Employment Specialist​/Job Coach

Employment Specialist / Job Coach – Easterseals PORT Health

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At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. As an Employment Specialist/Job Coach, you’ll play a critical role in helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) complete everyday living tasks and achieve their goals. The position is full‑time, Monday‑Friday with flexible scheduling, and requires travel throughout Whiteville, NC.

• 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 with applications and questionnaires, and communicate qualifications to employers.
• Communicate with each person assigned to the caseload at least weekly and document that communication.
• Conduct primary job‑development activities for the program.
• Maintain case records as required by licensing and funding bodies’ standards, with documentation entered into the electronic medical record system within 24 hours of service delivery.
• Coordinate communication with parents, case managers, and other agencies serving the individuals.
• Maintain good work habits regarding attendance, punctuality, appearance, and effective working relationships with co‑workers, VR and LME/MCO staff, employers, and individuals.
• Provide job‑development and intensive training activities with individuals according to their approved service and work schedule.
• Accompany individuals 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 required.

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 while working 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
• Supervision for licensure

• High School diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s preferred).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults with disabilities (preferred).
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies, and skills in writing task analyses, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy, and supported employment (preferred).
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license, clean driving record, and active insurance.
• Reliable transportation 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

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

About Easterseals PORT Health:
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.

Location:

Columbus County, NC. Salary: $69,027.00‑$.