Employment Specialist​/Job Coach

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The Employment Specialist / Job Coach is an integral part of the management team working with adults with disabilities or mental health challenges. The primary duty is to secure community-based employment for individuals with disabilities or mental health challenges. The Coach may also provide evaluation and intensive training services in the community as caseloads permit and will serve as the primary contact for VR counselors for all assigned individuals.

Monday‑Friday; flexible scheduling. Travel is required throughout New Bern, Jacksonville, and other locations in Eastern North Carolina.

• Create connections with community employers to identify and create job opportunities for individuals receiving services.
• Develop resumes, prepare and accompany individuals to job interviews, assist in filling out applications and questionnaires, and communicate the qualifications of individuals to employers.
• Communicate with each person assigned to the job developer caseload at least weekly and document that communication.
• Conduct the primary job development activities for the program.
• Maintain case records as required by licensing and funding bodies’ standards and regulations, entering documentation into the electronic medical record system within 24 hours of service delivery.
• Coordinate communication with parents, case managers, and other agencies serving the individuals being supported.
• Maintain good work habits regarding attendance, punctuality, appearance, and effective working relationships with co‑workers, VR and LME/MCO staff, employers, and individuals being supported.
• Provide job development and intensive training activities with individuals being supported according to their approved service, work/service plan, and work schedule.
• Accompany individuals being supported to their community-based employment site to provide on‑the‑job training as needed.
• Analyze job duties and tasks and complete a thorough job task analysis as needed.

As part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits‑eligible positions.

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

• A High School diploma or equivalent. Associate’s or Bachelor’s preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults with disabilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies, and skills in writing task analyses, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy, and supported employment are preferred.
• Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license, clean driving record, and active insurance.
• Reliable transportation is necessary to service this community‑based program.

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at  or send your resume to

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in‑person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600‑member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

Entry level

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Mental Health Care