Employment Coach & Job Readiness Advocate

Advanced Employment Group; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Employment Group seeks an Employment Specialist / Job Coach to provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in Antioch, CA. The role combines coaching, planning, and advocacy to advance employment goals while partnering with employers and AEг staff.

The position requires a bachelor’s or related degree, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license for statewide travel. A background check and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Special Education degree or experience and bilingual is beneficial.
• Experience working with young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required at time of and for duration of employment.
• Background screening and drug testing required.
• Travel statewide with use of personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided).
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Must have a home computer or tablet, smartphone and reliable internet.
• Advocacy, counseling, job coaching skills.
• Proficient using computer software as a work tool, including MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Zoom, Webex, and Google Meet.

Responsibilities

• Provides person-centered support to meet the needs of the employee within the work environment, being mindful of the employer's needs and mission.
• Develops specific plans to assist in achieving personal and employment goals.
• Facilitates and encourages appropriate social interactions between participants and other employees at job site.
• Models productive behavior, encourages independence, and teaches behaviors that lead to personal and professional growth.
• Develops constructive, cooperative relationships with co-workers.
• Supports positive outcomes by building positive rapport.
• Supports employees by preparing them for interviews and developing work-related problem-solving approaches.
• Effectively communicates with AEG staff, employers, and employees.
• Communicates with employee via various methods including, but not limited to, one-on-one meetings, surveys, group presentations, phone calls, text messages, social media contacts, on-site coaching (as needed), Zoom, Webex, or Google Meet.
• Identifies and implements the use of environmental modifications and assistive technologies.
• Provides travel training and transportation coordination, as needed.
• Accurately collects, records and reviews the employment, performance, feedback and progress records to ensure standards are met.

Skills

Advocacy

Counseling

Job coaching

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Special Education degree

Bilingual (beneficial)

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Zoom

Webex

Google Meet

Job description

Advanced Employment Group seeks an Employment Specialist / Job Coach to provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in Antioch, CA. The role combines coaching, planning, and advocacy to advance employment goals while partnering with employers and AEг staff.

The position requires a bachelor’s or related degree, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license for statewide travel. A background check and drug screening are required.