Empowerment-Focused Job Coach | Community Employment

Partners For Quality; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation and training

Free parking

Employee Activities, Rewards and R ec̥

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Milestone Centers Inc. is seeking a Job Coach in Monroeville to provide person-centered employment support to individuals with intellectual disabilities/autism, helping them learn tasks and build independence for meaningful competitive employment in the community.

The role requires commitment to dignity and respect, with flexible scheduling and local community engagement. Full-time position offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year of related experience.
• Understanding the needs of individuals with disabilities in community-based settings.
• Ability to provide one-on-one training using a range of instructional techniques.
• Ability to understand and communicate the needs of the local business community and assess job performance effectively.
• Schedule flexibility to accommodate varying shifts, including evenings.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and access to a properly insured vehicle for daily work use.
• Prior experience in community-based disability services or employment supports preferred.
• APSE or ACRE Certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides person-centered employment support to people with intellectual disabilities / autism to overcome barriers to employment by learning job-related tasks, building independence, and maintaining meaningful competitive integrated employment in the community.
• Demonstrates commitment to Milestone’s mission and values by supporting each person with respect, dignity and compassion.
• Provides supported employment services using person-centered, strength-based, and community-inclusive practices.
• Job and task analysis.
• Provides systematic instruction and fades support as the person gains skills, develops natural support and meets employer expectations.
• Supports the person in learning and using transportation options to travel to and from work as independently as possible.
• Provides follow‑along support, including assistance with newly assigned job tasks, workplace routines, natural support, and changes in employment expectations.
• Build relationships with local businesses to create customized and integrated job opportunities.
• Connect qualified candidates with compatible employers and assist with application and interview process.
• Communicates with the supervisor, employment team, supports coordinator, and other team members regarding progress toward employment goals and outcomes, consistent with confidentiality requirements.
• Assists with job shadowing and community-based assessments that reflect the person’s interests, preferences, strengths, and support needs.
• Assists with completion of evaluative reports for OVR and other community employment partners using objective, respectful, and person-centered language.
• Maintains standard of productivity levels as required by the program and supervisor
• Participates in Individual Support Plan (ISP) meetings and related planning activities for assigned people receiving services, as appropriate.
• Complete all required service documentation on the day of service
• Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to enhance skills, share information, and review program goals, outcomes, and procedures.
• Complete required job-related training hours according to the Office of Departmental Programs (ODP) requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework / vocational training / associate degree preferred

Job description

Milestone Centers Inc. is seeking a Job Coach in Monroeville to provide person-centered employment support to individuals with intellectual disabilities/autism, helping them learn tasks and build independence for meaningful competitive employment in the community.

The role requires commitment to dignity and respect, with flexible scheduling and local community engagement. Full-time position offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional certification.