JOBS

College of DuPage is hiring for a Program Coordinator for the COACH program. This position will work to expand the awareness about the Career Opportunity ACHievement (COACH) Program which is a two-year cohort designed to provide instruction in the areas of functional academic and vocational skill development for young adults with mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disabilities in the communities in which COACH students reside. Starting pay begins at $26.50/hr. based on experience. College of DuPage offers regular part-time positions a variety of fringe benefits including retirement benefits, access to holiday pay, personal time and other discounts on classes.

• Expand the awareness about the Career Opportunity ACHievement (COACH) Program which is a two-year cohort designed to provide instruction in the areas of functional academic and vocational skill development for young adults with mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disabilities in the communities in which COACH students reside.
• Work with COACH staff, program coordinator, and COACH students to assess the vocational needs and interests of the students.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, executing and evaluating of on and off-campus employment opportunities.
• Represent the College and its programs and services at appropriate on and off-campus high school and community activities and events, such as, high school visits, college nights, community fairs and on-campus open houses.
• Provide high quality service in all interactions with students, COACH staff, community businesses, College faculty, staff and administrators.
• Provide information and advice to prospective and current students through individual and group presentations either on or off-campus.
• Assist in the development of business engagement plans, which include specific and measurable objectives, strategies, specific target populations, timelines, evaluation methods and budget source identification.
• Prepare reports for the Manager of the Adult Enrichment team and Program Coordinator of Developmental Education on an as needed basis. Seek, initiate and participate in opportunities for collaboration with other College offices, staff, faculty, deans, committees and task forces in planning, organizing and implementing activities for targeted populations.