Career Coach & Disability Transition Specialist

West Bay Collaborative; West Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

West Bay Collaborative is seeking a dedicated Job Coach/Transition Facilitator to assist students and clients with disabilities in learning and performing job tasks. The role includes tailored one-on-one training, collaboration with the Vocational and Transition Services team, and development of individualized plans to support career goals and job skills.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, organizational skills, and experience in employment planning.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents and adults with disabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Available to work school and non-school hours.

Responsibilities

• Review referral information and authorizations for pre-planning information.
• Analyze job tasks and work environments to plan training and support for clients.
• Coordinate community assessment placements with school, family and partners.
• Provide training to enable clients to learn tasks and integrate into routines.
• Observe and record client performance and complete assessment reports.
• Liaise with business personnel on client needs and work performance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with business partners.
• Communicate with Vocational Services Coordinator about progress.
• Communicate with ORS Counselor and school personnel about progress.
• Collaborate with project staff to meet goals.
• Submit all required reports promptly.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor or administrator.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Education

Associates degree

Job description

West Bay Collaborative is seeking a dedicated Job Coach/Transition Facilitator to assist students and clients with disabilities in learning and performing job tasks. The role includes tailored one-on-one training, collaboration with the Vocational and Transition Services team, and development of individualized plans to support career goals and job skills.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, organizational skills, and experience in employment planning.