Intellectual Disability - Supported Employment Coordinator (Job Coach)

Keystone Human Services; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Keystone Human Services seeks a casual/per diem Supported Employment Coordinator to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve meaningful employment in Pennsylvania. You will lead employment services, develop tailored support, and foster partnerships between job seekers and employers.

Responsibilities include discovery, job development, resume assistance, on-the-job coaching, and employer education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of full-time work experience supporting adults in human services.
• ACRE certification must be obtainable within six months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of pre-employment checks including motor vehicle record and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to complete the Discovery Process and identify vocational themes.
• Engage in person-centered job development using networks, interviews, and work experiences.
• Target job goals and negotiate opportunities with potential employers.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and advocacy for placement and retention.
• Maintain a centralized database of employer contacts and opportunities.
• Educate employers on benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and address concerns.
• Assist individuals with transportation solutions for job access and self-employment options.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Keystone Human Services is seeking a casual/per diem Supported Employment Coordinator to join our team in supporting adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disability. As a Supported Employment Coordinator, you will lead and coordinate employment services, develop tailored employment support, and foster meaningful partnerships between job seekers and employers.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with individuals to complete the “Discovery Process,” identifying vocational themes and ideal employment conditionsEngage in person-centered job development using networks, informational interviews, work experiences, and marketing strategiesTarget individualized job goals and negotiate employment opportunities with potential employersSupport job seekers in developing employment skills including resume writing, application completion, and interview preparationProvide on-the-job training, coaching, and advocacy to ensure successful job placement and retentionMaintain a centralized database of employer contacts and potential job opportunitiesWork with interdisciplinary teams to identify employment outcomes and develop actionable plansEducate employers on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and address any concernsConduct job and task analyses to ensure optimal job matches and successful performanceRepresent job seekers during negotiations and resolve employment-related challengesAdvise individuals on the impact of employment on benefitsExplore and facilitate self-employment, resource ownership, and business ownership optionsAssist individuals in developing transportation solutions and skills for job accessSupported Employment Coordinators earn $24 per hour with high school diploma/equivalent or $25 per hour with a bachelor's degree and have access to a competitive benefits package. Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentOne year of full-time work experience supporting adults in the human services fieldAbility to obtain Associate of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) certification within six months of employmentStrong attention to detail and excellent presentation, interpersonal and organizational skillsBasic computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and learn web-based systemsValid driver’s license and daily access to privately maintained and insured vehicleSuccessful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checksKeystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.