Impactful Project Search Lead: Job Coach & Developer

Easterseals Redwood; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO and Extended Illness Time

Health Insurance options

401 K Retirement Plan with a company m

Dental and Vision Insurance options

Disability Insurance options

Education and Professional Development

Employee Assistance Plan

10 Paid holidays

Public Service Loan Eligible Employer

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a Project Search Lead Job Coach and Job Developer in Lebanon, OH to support students gaining real-world work experience through internships at local employer sites. You will provide coaching, mentorship, and guidance while partnering with employers to create meaningful employment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have related experience. The role emphasizes motivation, relationship-building, and a commitment to helping young

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in developmental disabilities or equivalent.
• Or relevant experience on a year-for-year basis, or credentialing that substitutes for the educational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coach and encourage Project SEARCH participants as they build confidence, learn new job tasks, and develop the skills needed to succeed in real workplace settings.
• Provide individualized support during internships and job rotations, using accommodations and hands-on guidance that help each participant grow toward greater independence.
• Partner with instructors, schools, host businesses, employers, and community organizations to create meaningful learning experiences and employment opportunities for participants.
• Help participants explore career interests through job shadows, informational interviews, resume support, interview preparation, applications, and community job search activities.
• Build strong relationships with employers, identify job opportunities, coordinate interviews, and support participants through hiring and onboarding.
• Teach workplace readiness skills such as communication, professionalism, stress management, problem solving, and appropriate workplace interactions.
• Maintain accurate documentation, casenotes, reports, and records that support quality services and program requirements.
• Support participants at job sites and in the community as needed, including transportation when required, while maintaining confidentiality and reliability.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Relationship-building

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a Project Search Lead Job Coach and Job Developer in Lebanon, OH to support students gaining real-world work experience through internships at local employer sites. You will provide coaching, mentorship, and guidance while partnering with employers to create meaningful employment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have related experience. The role emphasizes motivation, relationship-building, and a commitment to helping young