Impactful Job Coach & Training Specialist

The Arc of Chester County; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Chester County in West Chester, PA is seeking an Employment Training Specialist to provide creative and individualized employment-related services to candidates with disabilities, helping them craft resumes, find jobs, and train with employers across Chester and Delaware Counties.

Responsibilities include assessing candidates, developing job opportunities, coordinating training and follow-up, and maintaining participant records; requires strong organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred in Vocational / Rehabilitation counseling, Education, Psychology, or related field and/or experience with persons with disabilities.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and writing skills required.
• Ability to work independently, to set priorities and follow through on agency policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in implementing the organization’s 5-year Strategic Plan.
• Complete all training and qualifications requirements.
• Obtain employment opportunities by promoting CES services and developing partnerships with employers.
• Create and maintain work schedules according to caseload and team needs.
• Collect, organize, and analyze participant information for employment planning.
• Evaluate and determine matches between candidates and opportunities.
• Provide counseling, support and instruction during the job search process.
• Provide one-on-one training at the work site with ongoing follow-up services.
• Submit required documentation timely, including notes, reports, time/attendance and mileage.
• Develop progress reports with the program director as requested.
• Comply with agency policies, waiver requirements, laws and plans.
• Prepare for and participate in required meetings (team, service plans, committees).
• Guide participants to access benefits, unemployment, and related issues as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, communities, coordinators, counselors, participants and families.
• Maintain participants’ records and job placement information.
• Adjust schedules and work evenings/weekends/holidays if needed for site support.
• Participate in Arc sponsored events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Writing skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred in Vocational/Rehabilitation counseling, Education, Psychology, or related field

Job description

The Arc of Chester County in West Chester, PA is seeking an Employment Training Specialist to provide creative and individualized employment-related services to candidates with disabilities, helping them craft resumes, find jobs, and train with employers across Chester and Delaware Counties.

Responsibilities include assessing candidates, developing job opportunities, coordinating training and follow-up, and maintaining participant records; requires strong organization and communication skills.