Vocational Skills and Job Readiness Training Coordinator

Vocational Skills and Job Readiness Training Coordinator Job Description Background: Founded in 2008, Madison House Autism Foundations mission is to promote, model and advocate for the full inclusion of adults with autism and their families in the life of our communities, and to expand choice and opportunity in housing, employment, and social participation. Located in Montgomery Countys Agricultural Reserve, Madison Fields is a 265-acre working farm and community campus that offers job readiness and skills training for adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities(A/I/DD). It also serves the greater community by providing agricultural education, diverse indoor and outdoor spaces for personal or corporate events, and individual and group volunteer opportunities to support our mission. Position Summary: The Vocational Skills and Job Readiness Training Coordinator supports vocational training, job readiness, and workplace success for adults with A/I/DD participating in an employment and skills development program. Working under the supervision of the Vocational Skills and Job Readiness Training Manager, this position helps participants build practical job skills, workplace confidence, independence, and social communication abilities through structured instruction, hands-on learning, coaching, individualized support, and meaningful work experiences. Duties: Participant Support and Job Coaching - Assist with writing daily schedule/job tasks for program participants. - Lead pre-planned lessons (e.g., showing new program members how to do skills, speaking to participants about safety issues, etc.). - Assist with group discussions and encouraging participants to contribute. - Work alongside program participants and set an example for how work should be completed. - Provide direct support and coaching to adults with A/I/DD participating in vocational and life skills programming. - Assist participants in learning and practicing job readiness and workplace behavior skills, including: punctuality and attendance; following directions; workplace communication; teamwork and collaboration; task initiation and completion; flexibility and adaptability; self-management and problem-solving; and appropriate workplace conduct and professionalism. - Support participants in developing confidence, independence, and self-advocacy skills. - Help adapt instruction and communication methods to accommodate varying learning styles, sensory needs, and communication preferences. - Reinforce positive behaviors and implement individualized support strategies consistent with program goals. - Assist participants in transitioning between tasks and work environments. Vocational Skills Training Assist in providing hands-on training in: Groundskeeping and basic landscaping. Gardening tasks. Animal care tasks, including feeding, watering, grooming assistance, and cleaning stalls. Soapmaking. Furniture refinishing and woodworking. Hospitality (housekeeping and event support). Cleaning and organizing workspaces. []{style="font-size: 7pt; font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: norm "}