Community Employment Coach for Independence

Placement Partners; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance reimbursement

Dental insurance

Telehealth service

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Referral program

401k matching up to 5%

Job summary

Placement Partners is seeking an Employment Support Specialist to help individuals with disabilities gain independence through meaningful employment and community involvement. You will meet clients in the community, at workplaces, and at their homes to provide job coaching, career exploration, and life-skills training.

You will collaborate with employers, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support employment success, document progress, and coordinate services that empower consumers to

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with reliable vehicle and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in exploring career interests and securing competitive community employment.
• Provide job development services including resume creation, employer outreach, application assistance, interview prep, and job offer guidance.
• Deliver on-the-job coaching by supporting onboarding, workplace success, scheduling, transportation, and barrier resolution.
• Promote long-term employment retention through ongoing training, advocacy, problem-solving support, and coordination with employers.
• Facilitate community integration and life skills development through person-centered support and community engagement.

Skills

Job coaching

Career exploration

Life-skills training

Community engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Placement Partners is seeking an Employment Support Specialist to help individuals with disabilities gain independence through meaningful employment and community involvement. You will meet clients in the community, at workplaces, and at their homes to provide job coaching, career exploration, and life-skills training.

You will collaborate with employers, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support employment success, document progress, and coordinate services that empower consumers to