Job Coach / Employment Specialist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves providing job coaching, enhancing job skills, and advocating for inclusion in the workplace. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers flexible scheduling to fit your needs. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to your professional growth through scholarships and training, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in the community while fostering a culture of care and collaboration. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their employment goals, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Scholarship and Development Opportunities

Recognition Programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 1 year experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
• ACRE and/or CESP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to obtain meaningful employment.
• Educate employers on working with people with disabilities.
• Advocate for inclusion and reasonable accommodations.

Skills

Job Coaching

Advocacy

Documentation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ACRE and/or CESP Certification

Job description

Find Your Purpose with a Career with Community Integration Services

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking a Job Coach to join the team in Reading, PA. BAYADA’s Employment Specialist - Job Coach - works one-on-one providing job coaching and training to individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) within a general work setting. Job coaches will assist to explore, seek, choose, acquire, and maintain employment. As a member of our team, you will be valued, respected, and heard. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow, and we can’t wait for you to join us.

You will be part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values. We provide an opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of others and offer flexibility in our roles to match your needs.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Empowering an Individual to obtain meaningful employment
• Assist with enhancing job skills by monitoring progress through documentation
• Educate employers on benefits and opportunities of working with people with disabilities
• Advocating for inclusion on the job and reasonable accommodations for the individual
• Making an impact on the community

Compensation & Schedule:

• Competitive pay rates starting at $18 with a weekly pay schedule
• Flexible scheduling (part-time, various shifts)
• Short commute times (we try to match opportunities near your home)

Benefits You’ll Love:

• Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
• Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around-the-clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
• Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications for Our Job Coaches:

• ACRE and/or CESP Certification
• One year experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Thrive in a Culture That Cares:

We put your well-being first, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging where you can achieve your goals. Don't just take our word for it:

• Rated 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor
• Newsweek's Greatest Workplace for Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity
• Forbes Best Employers for Veterans

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our job coaches who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

Locations We’re Hiring: Reading, PA

Type: Part-Time, Weekdays, Weekends available

Pay: Weekly; $18-$25 based on experience