Career Coach for Young Adults with Autism (Part-Time)

Young Adult Transition Program

Job Type: Part-time

Hours: 20-25 hours per week

Pay: $19–$23 per hour

Start Date: July 15

Work Location: In person

Are you looking for a job where your work truly matters, every day is different, and you get to be part of a fun and supportive community? At College Living Experience (CLE), career development isn't taught through textbooks alone. It happens in job sites, internships, coffee meetings, career fairs, workplaces, volunteer opportunities, and the everyday experiences where students discover their strengths, build confidence, and begin creating their future.

As a Career Coach, you'll help students explore what meaningful employment and independence look like for neurodiverse young adults. You'll guide students as they identify career interests, develop workplace skills, gain real-world experience, and build the confidence needed to navigate life after college.

We are looking for someone with creativity, initiative, and a passion for helping others succeed. Someone who enjoys mentoring, building relationships, and opening doors to new opportunities. Maybe your background is in career counseling, workforce development, job coaching, education, human services, recruiting, or employment services. You understand that every student's path is different and enjoy helping them discover what is possible.

In this role, you'll work one-on-one with students to develop resumes, practice interviewing, explore career options, strengthen workplace skills, explore self-employment or entrepreneurial goals and overcome barriers to employment. You'll also build relationships with local employers, internship sites, and community partners to create opportunities that help students gain experience and achieve their goals.

The ideal candidate enjoys connecting with people, believes in the potential of every student, and is excited to help neurodiverse young adults build fulfilling careers, greater independence, and successful adult lives.

Why People Love Working at CLE Working at CLE means being part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping students reach meaningful milestones in their lives. Staff support students across four key areas of development:

• Every day is different. You'll spend time mentoring students, helping them build practical life skills, and exploring the community together.
• You get to see real growth. Watching students gain confidence and independence is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.
• You can be creative in how you engage students. Staff often turn their own hobbies and interests into activities that help students connect and grow.
• You get paid to do fun things in the community. From local events to game nights to karaoke, supporting students often means joining them in the activities they enjoy.
• You're part of a supportive team. CLE teams value collaboration, flexibility, and recognizing the strengths each person brings to the work.

What You'll Do

Career Development Coaching

• Review career assessment results (such as the Greenwood Assessment) with students to identify strengths, interests, and career pathways

• Work with students to develop clear career goals and measurable progress plans

• Provide individualized job coaching to support workplace readiness and professional development

• Support students participating in certificate programs or community-based career workshops

Job Readiness & Career Preparation

• Assist students with resume development, cover letters, and job applications

• Provide interview preparation and job search coaching

• Teach professional communication and workplace expectations

• Support students in developing confidence and independence in professional environments

Employer & Community Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify internship and employment opportunities

• Develop partnerships with community organizations, workforce programs, and businesses

• Identify volunteer, internship, and job placement opportunities for students

• Promote CLE students as strong candidates within the local workforce community

Documentation & Team Collaboration

• Maintain documentation of student sessions and progress in BestNotes

• Communicate regularly with the Supervisor regarding student progress or concerns

• Collaborate with CLE staff across program areas to support holistic student development

Who Thrives in This Role

This role is a great fit for individuals who enjoy mentoring young adults and helping others build independence. Many successful Life Skills Coaches and Resident Advisors at CLE come from backgrounds such as:

• Psychology

• Social work

• Education or special education

• Counseling

• Behavioral health or ABA therapy

• Student affairs or residential life

This position is especially rewarding for individuals who enjoy building supportive relationships, solving real-world challenges alongside students, and helping young adults gain confidence as they navigate college and adulthood.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Work directly with college students in real-life settings rather than a clinic or classroom

• Support students attending local colleges while building independence in their community

• Combine mentorship, life skills coaching, and community engagement

• Join a collaborative team supporting students across academic, career, social, and independent living domains

Benefits

CLE offers a supportive work environment and benefits for eligible employees, which may include:

• Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Retirement plan • Paid sick time • Flexible scheduling options

Requirements

Transportation Requirements This role includes travel between work sites and transporting students as needed.

Applicants must:

• Possess a valid driver's license

• Have at least one year of licensed driving experience

• Meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, social work, counseling, or a related field

• Two years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals or young adults preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to build supportive relationships while encouraging student independence

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment