Job Coach, Social Work, Human Services​/ Social Work

Locations

• Workforce Sol. Lewiston, 618 Main St, Lewiston, ME 04240, USA
• Auburn ARC CC 665, 1072 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210, USA
• Workforce Rumford ME, 60 Lowell Ave, Rumford, ME 04276, USA
• Workforce South Paris ME, Workforce Solutions - So. Paris, Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce, 4 Western Ave, South Paris, ME 04281, USA

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00

Choose to work in one of our regions:
Lewiston, Auburn, Oxford, Rumford

As a Work Support Specialist or Job Coach, you will meet service recipients at their workplace and ensure necessary accommodations for a positive and productive environment. Your day‑to‑day activities will involve delivering coaching and training to empower service recipients toward on‑the‑job independence.

This position is mobile, offering a dynamic work environment that extends beyond the confines of an office. Your workday will involve traveling between various geographic locations within the York and Cumberland areas. You will have a laptop and cell phone to facilitate your work.

• Provide job assessment, training, and support for individuals served to secure and maintain employment of their choice.
• Deliver instruction and accommodations as per service plans in diverse business settings to enhance the independence of service recipients.
• Offer education and support to businesses, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Actively participate in the development of employment service plans.
• Develop and provide job assessments and employment opportunities outlined in service plans.
• Collaborate with referring partners and Goodwill programs for service recipients, attending client meetings and providing information and feedback on employment opportunities.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in various employment sites.
• Ability to travel throughout the entire York and Cumberland area.
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• A valid driver’s license permits vehicle operation in Maine with a satisfactory driving record.
• A background check that satisfies Goodwill NNE criteria for this job.

• Experience supporting clients with disabilities or barriers to employment.
• ACRE Certified Employment Specialist.

• Medical, Vision and Dental benefits.
• Telehealth services for physical and mental well‑being.
• 50% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT.
• Generous PTO Plan.
• Valuable job training with growth potential.

Goodwill NNE offers life navigation services, providing free counseling and support for employees during challenging times. We foster a friendly, respectful workplace where kindness, openness, and support are valued.

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