Employment Specialist/Job Coach

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc.; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Education & Development

Recognition & Rewards

PTO

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist/Job Coach to support individuals with IDD in integrated community work settings. You will coach, train, and assist with career exploration, employment placement, and skill development for long-term success.

We offer a supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for growth, flexible part-time scheduling, and a network of clinical and community resources. Join a team dedicated to making a real community impact.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with IDD or similar populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document progress and outcomes clearly.
• Flexible availability for part-time schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one coaching and training to individuals with IDD in community work settings.
• Help individuals explore career interests and secure employment.
• Educate employers on benefits of hiring people with disabilities and accommodations.
• Advocate for inclusion in the workplace and ensure necessary supports.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join BAYADA and Make a Difference in Your Community!

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist/Job Coaches to join our team. In this role, Job Coaches provide one-on-one support, coaching, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in integrated community work settings. Job Coaches assist individuals in exploring career interests, securing employment, and developing the skills needed to maintain long-term success at work. At BAYADA, team members are valued, respected, and heard. We are deeply committed to investing in our people and supporting their professional growth, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Empowering an Individual to obtain meaningful employment
• Assist with enhancing job skills by monitoring progress through documentation
• Educate employers on benefits and opportunities of work with people with disabilities
• Advocating for inclusion on the job and reasonable accommodations for the individual
• Making an impact on the community

Compensation & Schedule:

• Pay starting at $18/hr., with weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling (part-time, various shifts)
• Short commute times (we try to match opportunities within 30 minutes near your home)

Locations We Are Hiring Employment Specialist/Job Coaches:

• Albemarle
• Stanly County areas

Benefits You’ll Love:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
• Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
• Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications for Our Job Coaches:

• One or more years of experience working with intellectual and development disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. While we will complete education verification as part of the hiring process, providing a copy of your diploma, GED certificate, or certified/sealed transcripts can help prevent delays if records are difficult to obtain.
• 18 years of age or older
• Flexible availability

Thrive in a Culture That Cares:

We put your well-being first, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging where you can achieve your goals. Don't just take our word for it:

• Rated 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor
• Newsweek's Greatest Workplace for Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity
• Forbes Best Employers for Veterans

To obtain more hours, you may also be able to work as a Direct Support Professional too!

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our job coaches who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence.

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about your 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.