Project Coordinator/Workforce Development P/T (Non-Profit) - Dallas, Tx.

Company Description AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services , and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

Job Description AHRC NYC is looking to hire a Part-Time Project Coordinator/Workforce Developer for the Dallas, Texas area. AHRC NYC contracts supported employment programs with businesses throughout the county. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day program operations in Dallas, TX and ensuring that the highest level of quality customer service is provided to our contract partner and support to neuro-diverse employees. This is a part-time position where you can truly make a difference and live your passion every day.

Pay Rate: $22- $25 per hour.

Schedule: 15-22 hours per week.

Position is on-site.

Responsibilities Overview:

• Day-to-day supervision of the supported employment program, program participants, including scheduling, timesheets, communication with staff, and general troubleshooting
• Provide a high level of dedicated customer service to assigned contracts/company management and maintain positive working relationships with the goal of expanding existing contracts.
• Serve as a liaison between contract customers, local partner rehab agency, and AHRC NYC, to problem-solve and implement action steps when issues arise.
• Be the “face” of AHRC NYC in the Dallas region , representing the agency to all stakeholders.
• Discover new opportunities for potential partnerships.
• Develop and present training materials for contract customers and program participants.
• Coach and instruct staff as needed.
• Reinforce site standards as determined by each contract customer.
• Provide on-site support to program employees and fill in for employee support staff when necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be highly motivated and have the ability to take charge
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Two years of customer service & project coordination experience
• Experience in special education and/or working with people who are neurodiverse/have intellectual/developmental disabilities is highly desired
• Some HR and/or training experience is a plus
• Compassion, curiosity, creativity and optimism required.