As an IL Specialist and
Youth Instructional Support staff member, you will empower youth and adults
with disabilities to unlock their potential and achieve greater independence.
You will design and facilitate objective-based lessons in one-on-one,
classroom, virtual, and community settings. This role combines direct coaching,
consumer advocacy, and data management to help individuals reach their personal
goals.
Core Responsibilities
- Direct Instruction & Coaching: Follow existing or create new objective-based
lesson plans to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (PreETS) and
independent living skills training and Independent Living skills training
for adults living with a disability.
- Intake & Assessment: Perform consumer screenings and intakes,
assessing individual strengths, needs, and goals for increased
independence.
- Adaptive Teaching: Dynamically adjust lessons based on consumer
health, accessibility, and diverse learning needs.
- Case Management & Documentation: Record consumer goals and strictly document
progress, communications, and evaluations using a consumer database.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular contact with consumers,
families, and Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Counselors
regarding scheduling and programming milestones.
- Reporting & Collaboration: Provide consumer evaluations to the Director
for reporting and invoicing, while maintaining tight communication across
the IMAGE Center to ensure that all consumer service needs are met.
- Community Outreach: Participate in community outreach events to
market programs and share resources with the public.
- Data Security: Follow strict organizational protocols to
maintain the total security and privacy of sensitive consumer information.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
(Requirements)
- Education: A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is
preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: A minimum of 1–2 years of experience in an instructional,
coaching, or training setting. Experience in Special Education is a
major bonus or college classes in a related field.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with digital tools including Microsoft
Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and RingCentral for virtual meetings
and collaboration.
- Scheduling & Travel: Availability to work a flexible schedule
(including occasional weeknights and weekends, as needed).
- Transportation: Must have reliable transportation and
the ability to travel to various locations throughout Baltimore City,
Baltimore Count, and Harford County.
- Job Seekers with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
package; including paid health insurance for permanent/full-time
employees, mileage reimbursement for travel outside of home office
location, and free paid training.
- Flexible, dynamic work environment spanning
virtual, office, and community settings.
- Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives
of Marylanders.