Career Coach - Case Management

ARC Voyagers; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

ICHRA health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Employee assistance

Education assistance

Professional growth

Job summary

ARC Voyagers in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Career Coach to support individuals with disabilities in reaching employment goals. You will coach, mentor, and guide clients through assessments, resume development, interviewing practice, and job searches.

This role emphasizes building relationships with employers, providing onsite job coaching, and helping each person identify strengths and realistic pathways to independence.

Qualifications

• Provide career counseling and guidance to help individuals explore career options and make informed decisions about their employment future.
• Assist with job searches, resume development, interview preparation, and workplace soft skills.
• Assess strengths and align opportunities with each person’s abilities, interests, and goals.
• Offer onsite job coaching and task analysis to promote workplace success.
• Build partnerships with local employers to support inclusive hiring.

Responsibilities

• Champion career goals by helping individuals identify strengths and employment goals.
• Provide career counseling and guidance to explore options and inform decisions.
• Support job seekers with searches, resumes, interviews, and soft-skill development.
• Coach for workplace success with onsite guidance and task analysis.
• Develop employer partnerships via outreach, events, and meetings.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Word

Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Do you enjoy coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to achieve their employment goals? If so, join our supportive and caring team as a Career Coach?

Location: 2780 Airport Dr. Suite 450 Columbus, OH 43219

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm

Hourly Range: $18.00-$21.00 per hour based on experience

Culture And Benefits

• Paid Time Off, holidays and leave options to balance work and personal life.
• Comprehensive health insurance provided through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), including employer paid allowance
• 100% Employer paid dental and vision plans to meet you and your family’s healthcare needs
• $25,000 basic life insurance paid by employer
• Voluntary life, disability and other insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
• 403(b) savings plan, with company match 50% of employee deferral up to 6%.
• Access to employee assistance program.
• Opportunities for training, education assistance and professional growth.

What You’ll Do And Why It Matters

• Champion career goals by helping individuals identify their strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals.
• Provide career counseling and guidance to help individuals explore career options and make informed decisions about their employment future.
• Support job seekers with job searches, applications, resume development, interview preparation, and workplace soft skills.
• Assess employment strengths by completing assessments and identifying opportunities that align with each individual’s abilities, interests, and goals.
• Coach for workplace success by providing individualized, onsite job coaching and task analysis to help individuals learn job responsibilities and maintain employment.
• Build employer partnerships by developing relationships with local businesses through outreach, networking, hiring events, and in-person meetings.
• Promote inclusive employment by educating employers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and helping identify opportunities for successful employment.
• Stay connected to the local job market by understanding current hiring trends, employer needs, and employment opportunities in the community.
• Support workplace accommodations by identifying accommodations and adaptive equipment that can help individuals succeed on the job.
• Make a lasting impact by helping individuals build confidence, achieve their employment goals, and experience greater independence and inclusion in their communities.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• People-focused communicator who can coach, motivate, and build strong relationships
• Problem-solver & self-starter who works well independently and adapts quickly
• Strongly organized with the ability to manage documentation, deadlines, and multiple priorities
• Comfortable with technology including Microsoft Office, Teams, Word, and Excel
• Positive, professional, and dependable with a passion for helping others succeed
• Strong coaching and training skills with the ability to support individuals with different learning styles and needs
• Community-minded relationship builder who enjoys connecting with employers and community partners
• Experience providing employment services to individuals with disabilities is a plus

Requirements

• Must submit to BCII/FBI background checks and Nurse Aide & Abuser Registry checks.
• Must maintain American Red Cross or equivalent First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license and ability to meet ARC Voyagers' insurability standards.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must complete required DODD training upon hire.
• Must obtain and maintain a Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) credential or obtain the credential within 12 months of hire, as assigned.
• Must obtain Working Incentive Planning certification within the first six months of employment, as assigned.
• Physical exam may be required based on job assignment.

Why ARC Voyagers

ARC Voyagers is a mission-driven nonprofit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Central Ohio. We offer a range of person-centered services including employment coaching, life skills development, employment placement, adult day resource centers, and community-based day programming.

At the heart of our work is a belief in the power of possibility. Every person deserves the opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute in ways that are meaningful to them. Our team partners with each individual and their support network to build personalized paths toward independence, inclusion, and joy.

With over 60 years of experience and a legacy rooted in advocacy, collaboration, and compassion, ARC Voyagers is proud to be a trusted guide for life’s journey.