Employment Specialist/Job Coach (Intellectual Disabilities)
Downingtown, PA
Part Time
Mid Level
Are you a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and helping others succeed? We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Part-Time Job Coach to support individuals—primarily those with intellectual and developmental disabilities with maintaining meaningful employment. This role involves hands-on community engagement and individualized job coaching.
The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who is patient, empathetic, and a strong advocate for the individuals they support. They demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who is patient, empathetic, and a strong advocate for the individuals they support. They demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide on-site job coaching, training, and follow-up support to promote long-term employment success.
- Advocate for workplace accommodations and encourage self-advocacy and confidence.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and professional documentation of services and individual progress.
- Maintaining well-written documentation of support provided.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to establish trusting relationships with individuals and community employers
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- ACRE OR CESP certification preferred
- High school diploma required
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance required
- Willingness to travel up to 45 minutes to one hour between client locations
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Significant opportunities for growth within a supportive, mission-driven organization
- 10-20 hours per week
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