Employment Specialist - Job Coach

Provide individualized employment coaching and support Assist participants in developing employment goals Support job readiness and workplace skill development Assist with career exploration and job searches Support resume development and interview preparation Provide job-site coaching as appropriate Track participant progress toward identified goals Maintain accurate and timely service documentation Communicate with supervisors and members of the individual's support team Follow program policies, procedures, and documentation requirements Maintain appropriate professional boundaries Promote participant independence and reduce reliance on paid support when appropriate Participate in required staff meetings, training, and supervision Teach employment skills, workplace behavior, job-specific duties, and workplace routines Support employment retention, including punctuality, attendance, communication, and workplace responsibilities Identify employment barriers and develop person-centered solutions Explore employment opportunities aligned with individual goals Adapt coaching strategies to individual learning styles and needs Requirements Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, preferably in a TDS, employment services, day program, vocational, ILS, SLS, DSP, or related setting Understanding of person-centered practices Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliable transportation and ability to travel within the assigned service area, when required Ability to document services accurately and timely Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality Comfortable working in community settings Organized and detail-oriented Comfortable teaching practical employment skills Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in providing individualized employment coaching and support for adults with developmental disabilities, focusing on job readiness, skill development, and person-centered practices. Proficient in maintaining accurate documentation and fostering participant independence while adapting strategies to meet diverse learning needs. Highest-signal resume keywords Experience With Adults With Developmental Disabilities Person-Centered Practices Strong Communication Skills Job Readiness Support Employment Skills Teaching Hard Skills Employment Coaching Resume Development Interview Preparation Service Documentation Job-Site Coaching Career Exploration Workplace Skill Development Employment Retention Support Barrier Identification Teaching Practical Employment Skills Soft Skills Interpersonal Skills Organizational Skills Detail-Oriented Ability To Work Independently Team Collaboration Industry Keywords TDS Employment Services Vocational Services ILS SLS DSP Community Settings Professional Boundaries Confidentiality Participant Independence #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor