Career Growth Coach for People with Disabilities

LifeView Group; Clarksville (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug Free Workplace

Job summary

Global Connections to Employment, Inc. is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to assist team members with disabilities in maintaining employment, building job-related skills, and pursuing career advancement.

You will evaluate needs, determine supports, and deliver on-site retention services that promote performance and independence. Responsibilities include collaborating with team members, supervisors, and stakeholders to reduce barriers, support training, and facilitate placement or

Qualifications

• Experience in vocational rehabilitation, job placement, counseling or related work with adults with disabilities.
• Related degree fields include Rehabilitation, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Education, HR or Business.
• Commitment to employment retention practices and disability employment knowledge.
• Ability to build relationships, maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Must pass background screenings as required.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree and years of related experience as described in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with disabilities in maintaining employment and pursuing career advancement.
• Evaluate employment needs, determine supports and accommodations, and deliver on-site retention services.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors and stakeholders to reduce barriers and support training.
• Facilitate placement or transition services when team members seek career growth opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Assessing employment needs

Training & coaching

Confidentiality

Background screenings

Reasonable accommodations

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree in related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Global Connections to Employment, Inc. is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to assist team members with disabilities in maintaining employment, building job-related skills, and pursuing career advancement.

You will evaluate needs, determine supports, and deliver on-site retention services that promote performance and independence. Responsibilities include collaborating with team members, supervisors, and stakeholders to reduce barriers, support training, and facilitate placement or