Hire Autism Navigator
ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org
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Recruiting Organization: Organization for Autism Research
Do you want to directly help autistic adults get jobs? The unemployment rate for autistic job seekers is greater than 75%, and you can help. Apply today at https://www.hireautism.org/navigator-application/.
We are looking for volunteers with business, management, and human resources experience to serve as Hire Autism Navigators and help autistic adults refine their resumes and cover letters and prepare for job interviews.
The expected volunteer commitment is 1-2 hours weekly for three months. Familiarity with autism is a plus, but it is not a prerequisite. Volunteers must complete our Navigator training and pass a background check before being eligible to begin working with a Hire Autism job seeker.
The ideal volunteer will have a record of success in their professional career, excellent verbal and written communication skills, a commitment to Hire Autism’s mission, and the desire to serve as a positive role model.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct weekly phone/video call with an assigned job seeker
- Provide feedback in the form of comments on the job seeker’s resume and cover letter
- Help job seeker identify and search for jobs commensurate with their skills and qualifications
- Support job seeker with interview preparation
- Answer general job search questions and teach basic employment-related skills
- Document and report progress to Hire Autism staff on a biweekly basis
- Promote job seeker’s autonomy and independence by embracing a "do-it-with, not do-it-for" coaching style
Requirements:
- 10+ years of leadership, management, HR, or related experience
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Experience as a business owner, hiring manager, or similar
- Competence in Google Docs, online searching, and virtual communication
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Wheelchair AccessibleFalse
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Fee Amount: None
This opportunity is recurring
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About Idealist.org
Location:
389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 11109, US
Mission Statement
To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.
Description
Idealist is a leading online global resource for finding jobs in the nonprofit sector, as well as volunteer opportunities and graduate school programs for social impact.
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2111 Wilson BoulevardSuite 401Arlington, VA 22201
DATE POSTED
August 28, 2024
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