2021-2022 Job Coaches for Young Women with Autism

Yes She Can Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping young women with autism spectrum disorders and related social and learning disabilities develop transferable job skills. Its innovative job skills development program is implemented at its retail store called Girl AGain, a resale boutique for American Girl dolls, located in White Plains.

Volunteer Job Coaches are responsible for helping the Yes She Can trainees learn and perform their work duties while teaching problem-solving skills, workplace social skills, and emotional regulation. Job Coaches may work with individuals one-on-one or in small groups. Trainees are young women, ages 18 to 26, with Autism Spectrum Disorder and who are interested in pursuing employment.

Volunteer Job Coach qualifications:

• Have a degree or direct service experience in any of the following areas: Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Vocational Training, Speech and Language Therapy, Behavior Counseling or related area
• Have direct experience in working with teens or adults with autism or related social and learning disabilities

Volunteer Job Coaches will:

• Collaborate with professional staff to assess and understand the needs of the trainee(s), and their goals for the program
• Understand and support the social, emotional, and cognitive issues of the trainee(s) and help them achieve their program goals
• Learn the store operations and tasks to be able to teach and support trainees
• Oversee the trainee(s) in performing job tasks, assessing their work, and providing feedback

• Volunteer Job Coaches are expected to serve on a consistent schedule for at least one three-hour shift per week and for at least one session (15-16 weeks)

Express interest below!