Job Coach

The Holistic Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Holistic Group, Inc. is a full-service mental and behavioral health practice based in Baltimore, MD, seeking a Job Coach to deliver supported employment services on-site.

The role involves meeting clients, assessing work readiness, and guiding them toward employment opportunities aligned with their strengths and goals. You will assist with job searches, resume development, and interview preparation, coordinating with employers to advocate for clients’ needs, and accompany them to workplaces

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals in securing and maintaining employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and collaborate with employers.
• Career counseling skills to assess work interests and develop employment plans.
• Experience in mental/behavioral health or human services is beneficial.
• Knowledge of local employment resources in Baltimore, MD is beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in community/workplace settings and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients individually and assess work readiness.
• Help clients identify appropriate employment opportunities aligned with strengths and goals.
• Assist with job search activities, resume development, and interview preparation.
• Coordinate with employers to advocate for clients’ needs.
• Accompany clients to workplaces and coach on job performance.
• Support development of workplace skills and routines, with documentation and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Job coaching

Interpersonal skills

Career counseling

Documentation & confidentiality

Education

Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Company Description

The Holistic Group, Inc. is a full-service mental and behavioral health practice offering outpatient mental health, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, supported employment, and benefits advisory services. The organization is dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and live as independently as possible by providing practical skills and compassionate support. Clients receive individualized care through one‑on‑one therapy, group sessions, medication support, and community‑based rehabilitation services. The Holistic Group focuses on real‑world challenges such as managing daily tasks, building routines, and preparing for work, with programs designed to meet people where they are. Supported Employment services include dedicated job coaching to help clients explore work readiness, secure suitable jobs, and build confidence on the job at a pace that feels right for them.

Role Description

The Job Coach will provide supported employment services to clients receiving mental and behavioral health care, working on‑site in Baltimore, MD. This contract role involves meeting clients individually, assessing work readiness, and helping them identify appropriate employment opportunities aligned with their strengths and goals. The Job Coach will assist with job search activities, resume development, interview preparation, and coordination with employers to advocate for clients’ needs. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include accompanying clients to workplaces as needed, offering coaching and feedback on job performance, and helping them develop workplace skills and routines that support long‑term success. The Job Coach will collaborate closely with clinical and rehabilitation staff, maintain accurate documentation of services, and ensure that support is delivered in a person‑centered, non‑judgmental manner.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Job Coaching and Coaching skills, with experience supporting individuals in securing and maintaining employment.
• Candidates should possess excellent Interpersonal Skills and Communication skills to build trust, collaborate with employers, and interact effectively with diverse clients.
• Candidates should possess Career Counseling skills, including the ability to assess work interests, set vocational goals, and develop individualized employment plans.
• Experience working with individuals with mental or behavioral health needs, or in a human services, social work, or vocational rehabilitation setting is beneficial.
• Knowledge of local employment resources and labor market trends in Baltimore, MD is beneficial.
• Ability to work on‑site in community and workplace settings, maintain clear documentation, and uphold confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or a related field is preferred.