Employment Specialist & Job Coach — Flexible Hours

Chimes of Virginia, Inc.; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimes of Virginia, Inc. in Martinsville/Danville/Franklin County area seeks a dedicated professional to provide job development, placement, training, and coaching for individuals with disabilities.

The role supports personalized employment goals and long-term success through tailored services. The position emphasizes career and life skills training, collaboration with referral sources, and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide job development, job placement, training, and job coaching services.
• Deliver career skills training, life skills training, and employment supports.
• Provide systematic instruction on work tasks with fading instructional assistance.
• Facilitate natural support relationships between the employer, co-workers, and supported employee.
• Market services to referral sources and maintain referral pipelines.
• Support family members in maintaining the individual's employment goals.
• Collaborate with adult service agencies and community organizations.
• Represent customer needs to supervisors and co-workers through education and guidance.
• Provide consumer status updates to agencies, referral sources, and management.
• Maintain extensive documentation in electronic systems, email, and reports.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Confidentiality awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chimes of Virginia, Inc. in Martinsville/Danville/Franklin County area seeks a dedicated professional to provide job development, placement, training, and coaching for individuals with disabilities.

The role supports personalized employment goals and long-term success through tailored services. The position emphasizes career and life skills training, collaboration with referral sources, and meticulous documentation.