Job Coach for Employment Services

Minute Man Arc; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

Dental

PTO + Retirement (403b)

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Minute Man Arc is hiring a Job Coach to support adults with developmental and other disabilities in developing vocational skills and achieving meaningful employment within the community. The role involves hands-on training, individualized coaching, and ongoing workplace support in community settings.

You will collaborate with individuals, employers, and program staff to promote inclusion, personal growth, and safe, supportive environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with at least one year of driving experience and a clean record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, Driver Safety, and other mandated trainings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized job coaching, vocational training, and ongoing employment support to adults with disabilities.
• Assist individuals in developing essential workplace skills, including communication, time management, and appropriate workplace behaviors.
• Support individuals in learning new job responsibilities and increasing independence within employment settings.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community employers to support successful employment experiences.
• Provide guidance to individuals navigating workplace expectations and professional relationships.
• Collaborate with program staff to identify strengths and opportunities for vocational development.
• Encourage self-advocacy and independence while supporting employment goals.
• Monitor progress and document vocational goals and activities.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Coach, Employment Services

Join our team and change someone's life!

At Minute Man Arc, our dedicated staff includes more than 200 employees who improve the lives of people with disabilities. We offer a work environment that values and respects diversity. Living up to our core values, we empower the people we proudly support and make a real impact in the world. We provide hands-on training opportunities with plenty of room for growth, both personally and professionally. If you want a meaningful job, read on....

The Job Coach is responsible for supporting individuals with developmental and other disabilities in developing vocational skills, building independence, and achieving meaningful employment opportunities within the community. This position provides individualized, hands-on training and ongoing workplace support to help individuals strengthen existing skills, develop new abilities, and establish positive relationships with community employers. The Job Coach works collaboratively with individuals, employers, and program staff to promote successful employment experiences, community inclusion, and personal growth while ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized job coaching, vocational training, and ongoing employment support to adults with developmental and other disabilities.
• Assist individuals in developing essential workplace skills, including communication, time management, task completion, and appropriate workplace behaviors.
• Support individuals in learning new job responsibilities, strengthening existing skills, and increasing independence within employment settings.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community employers to support successful employment experiences and workplace inclusion.
• Provide guidance and support to individuals as they navigate workplace expectations, professional relationships, and employment-related challenges.
• Collaborate with program staff and community employers to identify individual strengths, support needs, and opportunities for continued vocational development.
• Encourage self-advocacy, confidence, and independence while supporting individuals in achieving their employment goals.
• Monitor individual progress and maintain accurate documentation of vocational goals, employment activities, and support services.
• Communicate regularly with program staff and appropriate team members regarding individual progress, workplace concerns, and support needs.
• Promote opportunities for community participation and meaningful activities that strengthen social and vocational skills.
• Provide safe, reliable, and courteous transportation to individuals participating in employment and community-based activities.
• Assist individuals with transportation needs and ensure compliance with established vehicle safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate vehicle, transportation, and individual service records in accordance with organizational requirements.
• Participate in required training and maintain certifications to ensure compliance with organizational and program standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Previous experience in human services, vocational training, supported employment, or a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a minimum of one year of driving experience and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including CPR, First Aid, Driver Safety, and other mandated training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, employers, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with program staff.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adapt to individual support needs.
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity, respect, and meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Location

The Job Coach will work within community-based employment settings and other program locations to provide individualized vocational training and employment support. The position requires regular travel to community employers, job sites, and program activities, including the transportation of individuals as assigned. The Job Coach will work collaboratively with program staff and community employers to support successful employment experiences and promote community inclusion.

Salary

• $21.00-23.00 per hour (In consideration of experience, education, and qualifications)
• $2,000 hiring bonus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, PTO + Retirement (403b)
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Training and professional certification opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

Minute Man Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

In programs requiring pre-employment drug testing, identified employees will undergo drug testing for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines and phencyclidines (PCP). These individuals will also be required to undergo testing upon reasonable suspicion of being under the influence and after any accident whenever consumers are on board at the time of the accident. Post-accident testing for alcohol must occur within 8 hours of the accident and drug testing within 32 hours of the accident.