Summer Job Coach Trainer
Listed on 2026-05-25
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Life Skills Coach/Career Advisor -
Social Work
Life Skills Coach/Career Advisor
Summer Job Coach (Part-Time) – Lubbock & Surrounding Areas
Support students with disabilities in real job settings and help them build independence and confidence in the workplace.
Position SummaryWork Ready is seeking part-time Job Coaches to support high school students directly on job sites with mild to moderate disabilities who are participating in community-based Work Experience placements. The Job Coach assists students directly at local employer sites to help them learn job tasks, understand workplace expectations, and build independence.
Responsibilities- Provide on-site support to students during their work shifts.
- Teach and reinforce job skills needed for workplace success.
- Model appropriate professional behavior and communication.
- Support students in problem-solving and understanding workplace expectations.
- Communicate observations, progress, and concerns to Work Ready staff as needed.
- Assist in developing strategies, accommodations, or prompts to increase independence.
- Represent Work Ready professionally at employer partner locations.
Monday-Friday.
Typical Shift Times: 8:00-1:00 pm, 9:00-1:00 pm, 10:00-2:00 pm, or 1:00-5:00 pm
20 hours per week.
Cohort Dates: 6/1-7/3 & 7/6-8/7
QualificationsRequired:
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Completion of UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online certification) upon hire (assistance provided).
Preferred Experience (not required):
- Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Coaching, Counseling, Mental Health, Social Work, Non-Profit, or other Human Services fields.
- Dependable and professional
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient, supportive, and team-oriented
- Comfortable working in community job settings
Work Ready provides vocational training and employment support services to individuals with disabilities across Texas. Our goal is to help students develop meaningful skills and become successful, independent participants in the workforce.
If you enjoy helping high school students with special needs this is the job for you!
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