Lead Employment Specialist​/Job Coach – Rhode Expansion

Help Launch Our Rhode Island Program | Future Leadership Opportunity

Location:East Providence to Newport, RI & Surrounding Communities
Pay:$22.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience
Employment Type:Part-Time with Growth Potential
Schedule:Primarily Weekday Hours
Work Setting:In-Person / Community-Based
Travel:Local Travel Required;
Mileage Reimbursement Provided

RISE Services is expanding into Rhode Island, and we're looking for an experienced employment services professional who wants to help us build something meaningful.

We're seeking a motivated, independent, and experienced
Lead Employment Specialist / Job Coach
to become one of the first members of our Rhode Island team.

This isn't simply another job-coaching position.

It's an opportunity to help establish our presence in a new state, build relationships with local employers and community partners, and play an important role in the growth of our employment services program.

You’ll begin by providing direct employment services to individuals with disabilities while helping lay the groundwork for future program expansion.

As our Rhode Island program grows, so may your opportunities for additional hours, increased responsibilities, and potential advancement into program leadership.

We're especially interested in professionals who have experience in supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, disability services, or transition services and are ready to take the next step in their careers.

Help Individuals Find and Maintain Employment

Your primary responsibility will be delivering high-quality, individualized employment services.

• Help individuals explore career interests, strengths, and employment goals.

• Assist with job searches, applications, résumés, and interview preparation.

• Identify competitive, integrated employment opportunities with local businesses.

• Provide hands-on job coaching at employer worksites.

• Teach workplace routines, communication, time management, and professional skills.

• Help individuals develop confidence, independence, and natural workplace supports.

• Provide ongoing employment‑retention services.

• Identify barriers to employment and develop practical solutions.

Build Employer & Community Relationships

As one of our first Rhode Island team members, you’ll also help establish connections throughout the region.

• Develop relationships with employers in East Providence, Newport, and surrounding communities.

• Identify local businesses interested in inclusive hiring.

• Collaborate with vocational rehabilitation counselors, schools, transition programs, and community partners.

• Participate in employment-related meetings, hiring events, and community outreach.

• Represent RISE Services professionally as we establish our presence in Rhode Island.

Maintain Quality, Communication & Accountability

• Independently manage assigned appointments and service schedules.

• Complete accurate, timely progress notes and electronic documentation.

• Track employment activities, participant progress, and service outcomes.

• Communicate regularly with program leadership regarding referrals, scheduling, participant needs, and program developments.

• Follow organizational policies, funding requirements, and service‑delivery standards.

• Participate in training, team meetings, and program‑development activities.

We're not just looking for someone to fill an immediate service need. We're looking for someone who could help shape the future of our Rhode Island program.

As participant referrals increase and additional employees are hired, opportunities may develop to:

• Mentor and train new Employment Specialists.

• Assist with coordinating…