Job Coach​/Vocational Rehabilitation Subcontractor - Counseling, Psychology, Sociology

Position: Job Coach / Vocational Rehabilitation Subcontractor

About the Opportunity
Disability Empowerment Center / Center for Independent Living is a nonprofit organization that partners with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program to provide employment and vocational services to individuals with disabilities.
We are seeking a Job Coach / Vocational Rehabilitation Subcontractor to provide individualized employment support, helping clients explore career options, develop workplace skills, obtain employment, and work toward successful job retention.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals seeking flexible supplemental income alongside an existing job, private practice, consulting work, school, or other commitments. The initial caseload will be small, and available hours will vary based on client referrals, authorized services, and client needs. There are no guaranteed minimum hours or clients.

Location Requirement — Please Read
Applicants must currently reside in one of the following Arizona communities:

• Kingman, AZ
• Lake Havasu City, AZ
• Bullhead City, AZ
• Parker, AZ

Applicants residing outside these communities will not be considered at this time.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $25–$30 per authorized service hour, depending on the vocational service provided.
• Payment frequency: Monthly, for approved services and properly documented hours.
• Schedule: Flexible, part-time, primarily Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend availability as needed.
• Hours: Variable; based on client referrals, authorized services, and client availability.
• Work arrangement: Hybrid, combining in-person and virtual services as appropriate.
• Caseload: Small initially, with no guaranteed minimum number of clients or hours.

This is an independent contractor/subcontractor position, not an employee position. Traditional employee benefits are not provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with individuals with disabilities to identify their strengths, interests, abilities, employment goals, and support needs.
• Provide job-readiness, workplace, and job-specific skills training.
• Assist with career exploration, job searches, applications, resumes, interview preparation, and employer contacts.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and workplace support when authorized and appropriate.
• Help clients address workplace challenges, improve job performance, build problem-solving skills, and maintain employment.
• Encourage client independence, confidence, self-direction, and effective workplace skills.
• Communicate professionally with employers regarding job expectations, accommodations, and support needs.
• Coordinate with DES Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and other authorized service partners.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of services, client contacts, employment activities, progress, and outcomes.

Required Qualifications
Applicants must meet at least one of the following education and experience combinations:

Option 1

• Master's degree in a related field, such as Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Social Work, or a related discipline.
• At least one year of full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Option 2

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Social Work, or a related discipline.
• At least three years of full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Option 3

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least five years of full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Additional Requirements:
Successful candidates must:

• Currently reside in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City, or Parker, Arizona.
• Have reliable personal transportation and be able to travel locally to client, employer