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Employment Specialist/Job Coach

$17 - $18 per hour

Cape Fear Life Enhancement Services

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Specialist

Lexington/Davidson, NC

Organization: Cape Fear Life Enhancement Services

Job Type: Part-Time with advancement opportunities available to Full-Time

Pay: $17-$18 per hour

Schedule: Flexible hours

About the Organization

Cape Fear Life Enhancement Services is a small, mission-driven nonprofit committed to person-centered employment services that empower individuals to achieve meaningful, competitive employment. We believe employment should reflect each person’s strengths, interests, and goals.

Position Overview

The Employment Specialist provides person-centered, individualized employment support to program participants. This role focuses on job readiness, job development, placement, and retention while building strong relationships with employers and community partners.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about workforce development, supported employment, and inclusive hiring practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide person-centered employment services tailored to individual goals and strengths
  • Assist participants with job readiness, including resumes, applications, interview preparation, and on the job training
  • Develop individualized employment plans using a strengths-based approach
  • Conduct job searches and outreach with local employers
  • Match participants with competitive, integrated employment opportunities
  • Provide job coaching and follow-along support to promote job retention
  • Maintain accurate documentation
  • Collaborate with team members, employers, and community resources
  • Advocate for participants and promote inclusive employment opportunities

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • Ability to work with individuals facing barriers to employment
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Comfortable working independently in the community
  • Basic computer and documentation skills
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed)
  • Background check, Healthcare Registry check, and drug test required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in employment services, job coaching, case management, vocational rehabilitation, or workforce development
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities or other underserved populations
  • Familiarity with local employers and job market trends

What We Offer

  • Flexible part-time schedule
  • Meaningful, mission-driven work
  • Supportive nonprofit team environment
  • Training in person-centered and supported employment models
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact in your community
  • Upon advancement to full time status, excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vacation/holiday paid time off, 401k, and life insurance.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed or submit your resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. Applications are reviewed on a daily basis.

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