Autism - Job Developer (Job Coach)

Keystone Human Services; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 58,454,000 - 79,085,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Keystone Human Services in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Job Developer to provide person‑directed employment support for individuals with autism. The role involves assessing interests and needs, creating employment plans, and coaching participants toward meaningful work in the community.

The position is full‑time, non‑exempt, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• ACRE certification or equivalent within 6 months of employment.
• Excellent communication and computer skills are required.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Promotes inclusive, competitive employment opportunities for individuals across diverse abilities.
• Meets with individuals to identify job interests and creates personalized employment plans.
• Conducts skill assessments and observes in community work settings to match jobs and conditions.
• Builds relationships with local employers and community organizations.
• Provides employers with information and resources to support hiring individuals with disabilities.
• Assists with job development and negotiation to support retention and satisfaction.
• Works with individuals to set goals, develop work strategies, and build independence.
• Provides on‑site training, coaching, and ongoing support to learn job duties.
• Mentors and collaborates with staff to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Supports transportation arrangements to ensure access to work.
• Establishes natural workplace supports to foster long‑term relationships.
• Maintains clear communication with employers, participants, families, staff, and management.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation, Business, Marketing, Education, Psychology, or related field

Associate’s degree + 1 year related work experience

High school diploma + 2 years related work experience

Job description

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a Job Developer to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the area of Autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.
Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more! The Job Developer provides personalized employment services to support individuals in preparing for, securing, and maintaining meaningful work. This role includes assessing each participant’s interests, skills, and support needs. The Job Developer collaborates closely with team members, participants, and their families to create employment plans that align with each person’s goals.
Through ongoing coaching and problem‑solving, the Job Developer helps participants achieve and sustain their employment objectives.
The Job Developer is a full-time, non-exempt position that earns $24 per hour.

Responsibilities Include:

• Promotes inclusive, competitive employment opportunities for individuals across diverse abilities and backgrounds
• Meets with individuals to identify job interests, strengths, and long‑term goals, creating personalized employment plans to support successful outcomes
• Conducts skill assessments through formal tools and direct observation in community work settings to determine ideal job matches and workplace conditions
• Builds, cultivates, and maintains strong working relationships with local employers, businesses, and community organizations
• Provides employers with information, training, and resources to address concerns and highlight the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities
• Assists with job development and negotiation, helping resolve issues during hiring, onboarding, and post‑placement to support job retention and satisfaction
• Works collaboratively with individuals to set employment goals, develop work strategies, and build skills that promote independence, responsibility, and autonomy
• Provides on‑site job training, coaching, and ongoing support to help individuals learn job duties and integrate successfully into the workplace
• Mentors, coaches, and collaborates with other staff supporting individuals at job sites to ensure consistent and effective service delivery
• Supports individuals in arranging reliable transportation options to ensure consistent access to work
• Establishes natural workplace supports to encourage independence and foster positive, long‑term job relationships
• Maintains timely, clear, and consistent communication with employers, participants, families, staff, and management

Minimum Requirements:

• One of the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation, Business, Marketing, Education, Psychology, or a related field
• Associate’s degree and one year of work experience related to job assessment, job finding, or employment supports
• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of work experience related to job assessment, job finding, or employment supports
• Ability to obtain Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) certification or equivalent within 6 months of employment
• Effective communication and proficient computer skills
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.