Career Coach: Help People with Disabilities Thrive

Arco, A Community Resource; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO, A Community Resource is seeking a compassionate Career Coach to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities discover meaningful employment opportunities, develop vocational skills, and build fulfilling careers in northeast Louisiana.

You'll work to identify strengths and goals, develop individualized employment plans, and connect with local businesses to create customized job opportunities while providing ongoing coaching and workplace support.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with individuals with disabilities, families, employers, coworkers, and community partners.
• Professional writing, documentation, and recordkeeping skills.
• Advocacy for individuals with disabilities and creative solutions for employment and community participation.
• Ability to provide individualized support while promoting independence, dignity and personal choice.
• Commitment to confidentiality, teamwork, professionalism, and ARCO's mission.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and meet documentation deadlines.
• Willingness to complete required training and maintain credentials.
• Commitment to creating inclusive employment opportunities and meaningful community participation.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals identify strengths, interests, skills, abilities and employment goals.
• Develop individualized employment plans supporting preferences and career advancement.
• Build relationships with local businesses to create customized employment opportunities.
• Match individuals with jobs aligning with abilities and goals.
• Provide job coaching, skills training and ongoing workplace support.
• Coordinate job training, accommodations and strategies for success.
• Educate employers about inclusive hiring practices.
• Monitor employment progress and adjust support as needed.
• Assist individuals in identifying and pursuing employment opportunities in community settings.
• Support individuals in obtaining and maintaining employment and community participation.
• Collaborate with employers, families and partners to promote outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for meaningful community activities and independence.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Professional writing

Documentation

Advocacy

Individualized support

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Time management

Training/credentials

Inclusive employment

Job description

ARCO, A Community Resource is seeking a compassionate Career Coach to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities discover meaningful employment opportunities, develop vocational skills, and build fulfilling careers in northeast Louisiana.

You'll work to identify strengths and goals, develop individualized employment plans, and connect with local businesses to create customized job opportunities while providing ongoing coaching and workplace support.