Community-Based Employment Coach for Adults with Disabilities

Port Health; Whiteville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid time off

Full benefits package

Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

PSLF eligible

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in North Carolina is seeking an Employment Specialist/Job Coach to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find meaningful community-based work. You will build employer connections, prepare candidates, and accompany them to interviews.

The role requires travel within the Whiteville/Columbus area, a valid NC driver’s license, and strong documentation skills. A bachelor’s in human services is preferred; 2+ years of relevant experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid, unrestricted North Carolina driver’s license and good driving record.
• Willing to travel within assigned territory.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred; experience in disability services is valued.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create connections with community employers to identify and create jobs for individuals served.
• Develop resumes and accompany individuals to job interviews; assist with applications.
• Communicate with each person on caseload at least weekly and document.
• Perform primary job development activities for the program.
• Maintain case records per licensing and funding standards; document in EMR within 24 hours.
• Coordinate communication with parents, case manager, and other agencies.
• Maintain professional conduct, attendance, punctuality, and productive relationships.
• Provide job development and intensive training per service plan; assist in community sites as needed.
• Accompany individuals to community-based employment sites for on-the-job training.
• Analyze job duties and conduct task analyses as needed.

Skills

Resume development

Interview coaching

Employer communication

Travel readiness

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in human services (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in North Carolina is seeking an Employment Specialist/Job Coach to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find meaningful community-based work. You will build employer connections, prepare candidates, and accompany them to interviews.

The role requires travel within the Whiteville/Columbus area, a valid NC driver’s license, and strong documentation skills. A bachelor’s in human services is preferred; 2+ years of relevant experience is ideal.