Job Coach / Employment Specialist - Evening & Overnight Shifts

Job Description

Job Description

Job Coach / Employment Specialist – Evening & Overnight Shifts

Dumfries & Fredericksburg, Virginia | Part-Time

Pay: $21.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience
Hours: Approximately 24–29 hours per week
Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Work Setting: In-Person / Community-Based
Transportation: Participant pickup in Dumfries; worksite in Fredericksburg
Training: Paid Training Provided

Looking for a Meaningful Part-Time Job Outside Traditional Business Hours?

RISE Services is hiring a dependable, patient, and motivated  Job Coach / Employment Specialist to help an individual with a disability succeed at work, build confidence, and develop greater independence.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who prefers evening and late-night hours and enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping others achieve meaningful goals.

You'll provide one-on-one support at an employer worksite in Fredericksburg, Virginia, while assisting with transportation from Dumfries.

No bachelor's degree or previous job-coaching experience is required. We provide paid training.

Your Work Schedule

This position has a consistent four-day schedule:

DayScheduled ShiftTuesday9:00 PM–3:00 AM (Wednesday)Thursday3:00 PM–9:00 PMFriday3:00 PM–9:00 PMSaturday3:00 PM–9:00 PM

Total scheduled worksite hours: 24 per week.

Additional paid time may include compensable travel between work locations, documentation, training, meetings, and other approved work activities.

The participant's schedule may occasionally change based on employer needs.

Important: Tuesday is an overnight shift ending at approximately 3:00 AM Wednesday morning. Applicants must be able to reliably work this schedule.

What You'll Do

Provide Hands-On Workplace Support

• Help the participant learn and complete assigned job duties.

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

• Reinforce employer expectations and workplace safety procedures.

• Encourage independence rather than completing job responsibilities for the participant.

• Help develop positive working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.

• Monitor progress and adjust coaching strategies as skills improve.

• Provide consistent support that promotes long-term employment success.

Assist With Transportation

• Travel to Dumfries for participant pickup.

• Transport or accompany the participant to the employer worksite in Fredericksburg.

• Assist with approved return transportation arrangements when assigned.

• Communicate promptly about transportation delays, scheduling changes, or safety concerns.

Maintain Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate, timely progress notes and required electronic documentation.

• Communicate participant progress, workplace concerns, and significant developments to RISE Services leadership.

• Follow established service plans, workplace procedures, and organizational policies.

• Participate in required training, supervision, and team meetings.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is  reliable, responsible, and comfortable working independently during evening and overnight hours .

Required Qualifications

• Availability for all four scheduled shifts.

• Ability to work until approximately 3:00 AM on Tuesday overnight shifts.

• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and required automobile insurance.

• Reliable personal vehicle and willingness to transport a participant when required.

• Ability to travel regularly between Dumfries and Fredericksburg.

• Strong communication, patience, professionalism, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage responsibilities independently without constant supervision.

• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation on time.

• Successful completion of applicable background checks and required training.

Experience That May Be a Great Fit

You don't need to have worked as a Job Coach before.

We welcome applicants with backgrounds in:

• Direct support or disability services

• Teaching, mentoring, or coaching

• Human services or behavioral health

• Customer service or hospitality

• Healthcare support or community services

• Workforce development or vocational rehabilitation

• Employee training or supervision

Experience in supported employment, Medicaid Waiver services, or working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is helpful but not required.

Transportation & Work Location

This position involves regular travel between  Dumfries and Fredericksburg, Virginia .

The employee will be responsible for meeting the participant in Dumfries and providing transportation or accompaniment to the assigned employer worksite in Fredericksburg.

Approved alternative transportation arrangements may occasionally be used, but applicants must be prepared to transport the participant when required.

Mileage reimbursement is provided for approved work-related travel in accordance with organizational policy.

This is not a remote or office-based position. Services are provided in person at the participant's employer worksite and other approved locations.

Compensation & Benefits

$21.00–$22.00 per hour , based on experience.

Eligible part-time employees may receive:

• Paid training and professional development

• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Tenure Bonus Program

• Opportunities for additional hours as service needs grow

Employees who transition into eligible full-time positions may qualify for additional benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; short-term disability insurance; life insurance; and a long-term care option.

All benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Additional hours and full-time employment are not guaranteed.

Why Join RISE Services?

At RISE Services, we believe meaningful employment creates opportunities for greater independence, confidence, and community participation.

As a Job Coach, you'll play a direct role in helping someone maintain employment, strengthen workplace skills, and become more independent.

This position offers:

• A predictable four-day work schedule.

• Evening and overnight hours for individuals seeking nontraditional shifts.

• Meaningful one-on-one work.

• Paid training and professional development.

• The opportunity to build experience in human services and disability employment.

We're looking for someone who takes attendance seriously, follows through on commitments, communicates effectively, and genuinely enjoys helping others succeed.

Ready to Apply?

If you're dependable, comfortable working evenings and overnight hours, and interested in making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Online: -Coach-Employment-Specialist-PartTime-Evening-Overnight

No bachelor's degree required. No previous job-coaching experience required. Paid training provided.

RISE Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees.

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