Employment Coach I - Disability Services (Enclave Model)

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia in; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking an employment coach to provide coaching services to individuals with documented disabilities within the Group Enclave model of Supported Employment. The role focuses on assessing client needs, developing tailored service plans, and coordinating with referral agencies to advance employment outcomes.

The position emphasizes direct client support, data entry in the case management system, and adherence to program standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in a related field required.
• No professional certifications are required for this position.
• The associate is not required to drive as part of their job duties.
• Required to pass state and federal criminal background and sex offender checks; CPS/LEIE checks may be required.
• Ability to operate PC and Microsoft Word/Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and evaluates client's skill level and support needs in a person-centered approach to aid in job training and task assignment.
• Provides job coaching and supervision of program participant work site activities.
• Develops service plans to improve participants' work performance toward employment goals/outcomes.
• Maintains rapport and communicates with referral agencies regarding progress of program candidates; attends staffing/service planning meetings when required.
• Partners with host department team members to ensure departmental goals are met.
• Oversees and manages each participant's time card.
• Maintains program files per standards and confidentiality; completes case narratives documenting progress toward employment goals.
• Uses a case management system to input and track program participant data.

Skills

PC skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking an employment coach to provide coaching services to individuals with documented disabilities within the Group Enclave model of Supported Employment. The role focuses on assessing client needs, developing tailored service plans, and coordinating with referral agencies to advance employment outcomes.

The position emphasizes direct client support, data entry in the case management system, and adherence to program standards.