Career Coach

Goodwill Mid Michigan; Genesee (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Direct deposit

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is seeking a Full-Time Career Coach in Genesee County. The role offers $17.13 per hour with a 20% in-store discount.

This position emphasizes helping individuals with disabilities achieve vocational and micro-enterprise goals, coordinating tasks in incubator/community sites, and promoting personal growth to meet quality standards. Educational requirements include a high school diploma (Associate’s preferred) with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year experience working with people who have disabilities.
• Two years production/training experience highly desirable.
• Must type a minimum of 30 wpm; strong computer skills.
• Graphic design experience is a plus; small business experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and promotion of each individual’s vocational goals.
• Coordinate tasks within incubator space and community sites.
• Ensure high quality production of goods and services.
• Assist individuals in reaching IPOS goals for micro-enterprises.
• Secure supplies for each job and assist in production when needed.
• Coach and promote personal growth to meet quality standards.

Skills

Typing 30 wpm

Computer skills

Experience with disabilities

Production/training experience

Graphic design

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is looking to fill a Full-Time Career Coach position in Genesee County.

$17.13 an hour plus 20% discount on in-store purchases.

Career Advancement Opportunities!!

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Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and promotion of each individual’s business and/or vocational goals.
• Coordinate tasks/jobs within incubator space and/or community sites.
• Ensure high quality of production of goods and services.
• Assist individuals in reaching their IPOS goals, specifically with regard to their micro-enterprise business.
• Ensure supplies are properly secured for each job.
• Work on production, when necessary.
• Coach and promote personal growth for each individual to reach quality standards.

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Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required with a preference toward those with an Associate’s Degree.
• At least one year of experience working with people who have disabilities.
• Previous production and/or training experience of at least two years highly desirable.
• Must have computer skills and be able to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.
• Experience in small business community preferred.
• Graphic Design experience is a plus.

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Other Qualifications:

• Ability to function as a job coach for people with disabilities.
• Dependable, tact, resourcefulness, initiative, and good judgment.
• MDCH Direct Care Training or equivalent or complete training within 30 days.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record and maintain car insurance.
• May require lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Requires standing and/or walking for periods of time.

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Benefits

? I'm glad you asked!

• 10 paid holidays, plus
• 2 weeks accrued paid vacation, plus
• 1 week accrued Personal Paid Time Off, plus
• Full-Time Associates at30 hrs are eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance AND
• Biweekly Direct Deposit AND
• Pet Insurance AND
• FREE Employee Assistance Programs AND

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Our Mission: To assist individuals with barriers to employment in making the transition to independence and self-sufficiency.

Did you know?

• Our profits help fund programs that help people with obstacles in finding work so that they can go out into the world and be successful!
• We recycle everything possible! In 2025, we kept over 7.7 million lbs. of STUFF from ending up in landfills!! That's a lot of stuff!

So... what are you waiting for? Join our team today!

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Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan provides reasonable accommodation for individuals requiring assistance with the application or hiring process. If you need assistance completing this online application, contact the Human Resources Department at 810-762-9960 or [e-mail]. Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.