"OSP Internship Coordinator"

The OSP Internship Coordinator facilitates training and employment opportunities for students with disabilities enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program. This role is essential for supporting students in the classroom and on the job, supporting students' transition from school to work, enhancing classroom learning experiences, and establishing and maintaining meaningful internship sites. By collaborating with employers, outside agencies, and educational staff, the coordinator ensures students receive comprehensive support both in the classroom and the workplace, promoting their personal and professional development.

Principle Responsibilities and Results

• Establish internship sites for community-based instruction, including writing training plans and agreements, and establishing safety requirements for the job.
• Develop job possibilities for individuals with disabilities who have been or are currently enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program.
• Job (lab) support: Provide transition, tutoring and support services as needed by individual students, including assistance from a school setting to the job site, being a job coach and training coach and making referrals as needed.
• Academic support

Salary Range

$21.57-$30.13 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure; AND One year of teaching/tutoring experience in at the high school level or above. OR 4 years of work experience in -no degree/certification/diploma/licensure required; OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience

Preferred Qualification

Familiarity with community resources and agencies that support individuals with disabilities, and the ability to establish strong working relationships with them. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, employers, parents, and colleagues. Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience providing individualized support and coaching to students with diverse needs in both classroom and work-based settings

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): Varies. Telework: No.

About Institution Information

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment. VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability. GUIDING PRINCIPLES: Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources. Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders. Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes. Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders. Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders. Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve. Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.