Impactful Project Search Coach | Empower Young Adults

Easterseals Redwood; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a Part-time Project SEARCH Job Coach to support young adults with disabilities as they transition from school to work. You’ll mentor interns during internships at community sites, providing hands-on coaching, encouragement, and individualized support to build confidence and workplace skills.

As part of a mission-driven team, you’ll help participants identify strengths, explore career paths, and pursue meaningful employment while collaborating with families,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Empower interns to gain independence through hands-on internship experiences.
• Provide individualized coaching and support as participants learn tasks and workplace expectations.
• Help participants identify strengths and explore career interests for meaningful employment.
• Assist interns with resume development, interview prep, and job applications.
• Create opportunities for career exploration via job shadows and community work experiences.
• Collaborate with instructors, families, employers, and partners to support long-term outcomes.
• Teach workplace skills, self-advocacy, and problem-solving for success on and off the job.
• Support participants during interviews, onboarding, and transitions, celebrating progress.

Skills

Building relationships

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Job description

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a Part-time Project SEARCH Job Coach to support young adults with disabilities as they transition from school to work. You’ll mentor interns during internships at community sites, providing hands-on coaching, encouragement, and individualized support to build confidence and workplace skills.

As part of a mission-driven team, you’ll help participants identify strengths, explore career paths, and pursue meaningful employment while collaborating with families,