For Immediate Hire: Transfer Station Crew Supervisor and Job Coach with Cascade Community Connections in Port Townsend, WA.
Cascade Community Connections partners with the Jefferson County Public Works Solid Waste Program to guide individuals to build self-empowerment and professional skills in an outdoor setting. This open position, Transfer Station Crew Supervisor and Job Coach manages the daily operation of the established Transfer Station Crew Program. The program encompasses working with adults with disabilities that have been determined to safely provide litter pick-up services and light maintenance work at the Jefferson County Transfer Station. As job coach this role provides job coaching support and guides clients in accessible employment in a small group, lighthearted setting. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who loves to teach and seeks to work with others outdoors without the physical demands of full-time maintenance work.
Schedule Part time, 16-20 hours a week position working on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 to 12:30 PM.
Pay Range is $25 to $27 per hour, depending on experience.
Job Description - Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the implementation of the Transfer Station Crew Program
Coordinate work crew projects throughout the facility complying with all Washington State Labor & Industry worker safety laws and regulations to ensure safety.
Lead 3-6 crew members in developing skills, abilities, and behaviors enabling them to fully realize their vocational aspirations.
Develop individualized employment plans with clients that meet Cascade standards and principles.
Adjust the individualized employment plan according to clients' needs and preferences, keeping thorough daily documentation of each person’s progress.
Guide and support work crew with litter pick-up, environment protection, building and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and beautification, using light power tools to perform light maintenance and ‘housekeeping’ to keep the site clean.
Assess clients' vocational functioning on an ongoing basis and provide onsite job coaching including clients maintaining positive work-related habits.
Collaborate with County employees to identify opportunities to broaden the role or enhance skills.
Provide support and frequent communication with County employees.
Comply with County site requirements and maintain excellent attendance, rain, or shine.
Responsible for acquiring all tools and safety equipment necessary to perform each litter crew task safely.
Prioritize solutions-based thinking through timely and proactive communication.
Use conflict resolution skills to provide timely interventions when needed.
Responsible for maintaining and submitting all work-related reporting forms in a timely and accurate manner.
Attend and contribute to internal weekly meetings, complete required staff training, and attend community meetings/events relevant to clients and their progress.
Participate in ongoing staff development and maintain cooperative working relationships with all agency staff, and community partners.
Other duties as assigned. Duties may change as organizational needs dictate. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities.
Skills and Abilities
● Effective communicator (both orally and in writing) and relationship builder, with the ability to connect, guide and collaborate with others.
● Demonstrate empathy and compassion and effective interpersonal skills led by compassion and respect.
● Desire and ability to work with and utilize good supervisory abilities to effectively oversee others with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
● Knowledge of general maintenance and landscaping skills including safety and legal requirements.
● Utilizes good organizational skills and is able to work independently.
● Proven success being punctual, reliable, and responsible.
● Self-motivated and self-directed with a high level of initiative.
● Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and schedules with accuracy and efficiency.
● Knowledge of or interest in cultural diversity, inclusion, developmental disabilities, facilitation and/or personal development.
● Proficient in Microsoft Word with working knowledge of Google programs
● Ability to maintain confidentiality.
● Must be able to walk, stand and/or occasionally operate tools up to five hours per day; occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and perform various physical tasks to assist clients in performing their job functions. Cascade works with employees to develop reasonable accommodations as needed.
Experience and Qualifications
● Ideally, 1-2 years of experience managing maintenance, landscaping, or outdoor work.
● At least a year in social work or supporting those with developmental disabilities is preferred, not required.
● Experience developing mentoring relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
● Experience building relationships with individuals with diverse backgrounds or abilities.
● Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Company benefits for part-time employees
● Paid sick leave and paid vacation.
● Simple IRA after 90 days with 3% employer match
● Professional development opportunities
● Access to online learning modules with paid time for participation
● Mileage reimbursement
● Occasional opportunities to work from home or in-office as desired
● Access to in-office technology and equipment
● Bonus structures for referrals and placements
Organization Overview
At Cascade Community Connections, we strive for a fully inclusive society – in which each individual is provided equal access to community services and gainful employment. We proudly provide the resources and one-on-one guidance necessary for those seeking assistance with independent living, securing employment, and navigating the transition from high school to broader community life.
Cascade employees are provided thorough training with shadowing and in-depth education, giving them the tools to succeed. Cascade provides a unique, supportive environment where our employees work independently to offer guidance to their clients and collaborate with community members.
Location
The Crew Supervisor / Job Coach works out of the Jefferson County Transfer Station in Port Townsend, WA. Administrative work may be done at home.
