Job Coach and Employment Counselor

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Title: Job Coach and Employment Counselor Location: Tempus Corporate Headquarters, STOUGHTON, Massachusetts, United States of America Requisition Number: Req #113 Date Posted: Posted Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:00 AM Description: Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based services to empower children and adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment. The agency, through its programs and services, encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of society, including social, recreational, family and work activities. The Job Coach and Employment Counselor will have good time management skills, good writing skills, strong organizational skills and prior Human Services experience, 1-2 years' experience working with adults with disabilities preferred. A 2-4 year degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field preferred, but experience may substitute for education. All candidates for this position must be at least 21 years of age, have held a valid US Driver's License and willingness to flex daily schedule and use personal vehicle Essential Functions Perform job coaching duties. Assist with identifying accommodations to support consumer requests of employers pre-employment and post-employment. Maintaining open communication with employers, coworkers, and Employment Service Supervisor, as needed. Assisting with working one-on-one with consumers creating or updating resumes, cover letters, and applying to open positions. Assisting with working one-on-one with consumers practicing interview skills, including questions, answers, and behavior. Documenting consumer visits, services and activities using the Zuke database. Assisting with regularly scheduling/re-scheduling consumer visits to potential employers as needed. On the job support to maximize consumer independence at work – conducting task analysis, adaptive tools and instructions as needed. Assisting in creating consumer portfolios which include copies of the consumer's resume, an interview do's and don'ts packet, and a Job Application Log. Assisting of the weekly Job Club, including preparing materials and creating topics/activities. Preferred Experience At least 1 year experience working with individuals with all types of disabilities. Fluency in reading/writing and speaking English language – bi-lingual preferred Required Education 2-4 year degree in human service field, education, social work, or related field, or at least 2-4 years of experience in vocational rehab, human service, and development disability field work. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This role will be regularly in the field. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Travel This position requires an employee to be on the road as a primary function. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Other Duties Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits Tempus Unlimited offers great benefits that foster a happy fulfilling human work experience. We also have an array of growth opportunities for our employees to develop your career and enhance your experience. Sing on bonus Work/Life Balance - flexible work schedules Paid time off - 25 days per year for full time staff 14 paid Holidays Tempus Wellness - Medical, Dental, Dependent Care Reimbursement, FSA and HSA Basic Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability On-site gym (Stoughton Location) and wellness initiatives Annual Reviews with merit based increases Employee Recognition Program Financial Wellness - 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching Continuing Education, Training and Advancement opportunities Work Authorization/Security Clearance All offers of employment made by Tempus Unlimited are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at the agency in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. From time to time, these checks may be conducted on current employees to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and contracts. EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Tempus Unlimited, Inc. where employment from recruiting through the end of employment is based upon professional capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability or any other characteristic as established by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job Family: Specialist Job Function: Non-Supervisor Pay Type: Hourly Hiring Rate: 22 USD Travel Required: Yes Compensation details: 22-22 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Consumer Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tempus Unlimited, Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Job Coach jobs in Stoughton, MA . Boston, MA $48,450.00-$53,295.00 4 months ago Assistant Coach - Women's Rugby (67831BR) Relationship Manager, College Success Coach (Student Services) Assistant Personal Training Manager, Boston ASSISTANT COACH, WOMEN'S ICE HOCKEY Athletics, Women's Ice Hockey Assistant / Associate / Senior Cooperative Education Coordinator We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr