Inclusive Employment Coach

The League For People with Disabilities; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 73,013,000; Full time

Job summary

The League for People with Disabilities in Baltimore is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining meaningful work aligned with their interests and goals. This role uses a person-centered approach and collaborates with participants, families, employers, and staff to create opportunities that improve independence and quality of life.

Reporting to the Director/Program Manager, the position involves job development, employer outreach, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or in employment services preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with participants, employers, coworkers, and community partners.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence and meaningful employment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized employment services based on each participant's interests, strengths, abilities, preferences, and employment goals.
• Assist participants in identifying realistic and meaningful career and employment opportunities.
• Support participants in developing employment goals and action plans consistent with their individualized service plans.
• Assist participants with job searches, applications, resumes, interview preparation, and other employment-readiness activities.
• Provide coaching and support during the employment process while promoting participant independence.
• Assist participants in developing appropriate workplace behaviors, communication skills, time-management skills, and problem-solving strategies.
• Provide on-the-job support and coaching when appropriate.
• Gradually reduce direct support when the participant demonstrates increased independence, while maintaining appropriate follow‑up.
• Assist participants with maintaining employment and addressing workplace concerns.
• Promote competitive, integrated employment whenever appropriate and consistent with the participant's goals.

Skills

Strong communication, interpersonal,组织

Relationship building

Independent worker

Documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related

Job description

The League for People with Disabilities in Baltimore is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining meaningful work aligned with their interests and goals. This role uses a person-centered approach and collaborates with participants, families, employers, and staff to create opportunities that improve independence and quality of life.

Reporting to the Director/Program Manager, the position involves job development, employer outreach, and