Community-Based Employment Coach (Evenings)

The-Arc-Northern-Chesapeake-Region; Belcamp (Ghost Town) (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region seeks an Employment Coach to provide community-based support to youth and adults pursuing vocational skills and job independence.

You will assist with education, training, job search/placement and coaching under the Division of Rehabilitation Services framework, serving Harford, Cecil and Baltimore counties with flexible hours and a commitment to the mission of The Arc NCR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Para-educator or associates degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Services, Human Resources, Marketing and Sales, or related field preferred.
• One to three years of experience working with people with differing abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide preparation, education, training, job search/placement and coaching support.
• Coordinate with DORS in a manner consistent with The Arc NCR’s mission.
• Support youth and adults in gaining vocational skills and employment independence.
• Engage with employers to facilitate job opportunities and accommodations.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Advocacy

Time management

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Autonomous work

Active listening

Observation skills

Youth/adult work

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or Para-educator credential (Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Services, HR, Marketing & Sales)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job search platforms

Job description

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region seeks an Employment Coach to provide community-based support to youth and adults pursuing vocational skills and job independence.

You will assist with education, training, job search/placement and coaching under the Division of Rehabilitation Services framework, serving Harford, Cecil and Baltimore counties with flexible hours and a commitment to the mission of The Arc NCR.