Job Coach, Social Work, Career & Life Skills Coaching

Are you passionate about making a real difference and helping others achieve independence? As a Job Coach
, you will play a critical role in helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain, maintain, and succeed in meaningful employment.

This is a highly personalized, hands-on role requiring a balance of mentorship, advocacy, and practical skill-building. You will work directly with individuals at their job sites- either at community businesses where we hold group employment contracts or where participants are hired directly- ensuring they have the tools, confidence, and workplace support to thrive.

• Evaluate & Plan: Assess individuals' unique skills, strengths, interests, and limitations to build tailored employment paths and implement Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
• Pre-Employment Preparation: Teach critical soft and technical skills, including resume building, interview etiquette, and workplace behavior. Conduct mock interviews and assist with applications.

• Hands-On Support: Work side-by-side with clients at their job sites. Break down complex tasks into manageable steps, guide social interactions, and teach job-specific duties.
• Advocacy & Liaison: Act as a bridge between the employee, the employer, and support teams. Educate employers on ADA accommodations and foster inclusive work environments.
• Daily Living & Autonomy: Assist with daily life skills related to employment, such as budgeting, self-care/hygiene, food prep, socialization, and safely transporting individuals to work or appointments.

• Site Management: Share in daily site operations as designated by the Employment Manager, including providing direct care coverage across scheduled shifts (including awake overnight shifts when required).
• Documentation: Maintain precise records, collect data to track ISP progress, and ensure strict compliance with regulatory standards and human rights protections.
• Team Participation: Actively participate in staff meetings, peer evaluations, professional development programs, and regular supervision.

• A Passion for Empowerment: A strong interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (prior experience or related education is highly preferred).
• Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to build respectful, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationships with the individuals we serve.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong oral and written communication skills; proficiency in reading, writing, and transcribing English.
• Core Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer proficiency for documentation and data collection.
• Physical Capability: Ability to safely lift and assist individuals with physical disabilities or limited mobility.
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel to various local work sites.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (Required at hire for DDS sites, or must be obtained within 30 days of hire for non-DDS sites).

If you are compassionate, patient, and looking for a rewarding career where you can watch your direct impact unfold every single day, we want to hear from you. We offer a collaborative team environment, continuous professional development, and the chance to be a powerful advocate for workforce inclusion.