Part-Time Community-Based Employment Coach

Rise-Services-LL; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement for travel

Paid training and professional develop

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

RISE Services is seeking an empathetic Employment Specialist / Job Coach to help individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment. This part-time role is based in Germantown, with local travel to employer worksites and community locations.

You will provide individualized career planning, job development, workplace-skills training, on-the-job coaching, and ongoing retention support, helping participants achieve independence and competitive employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
• Experience helping individuals with disabilities.
• Strong communication, coaching, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet documentation deadlines.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel regularly.
• Ability to meet applicable background-check and employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess participant strengths, interests, skills, support needs, and career goals.
• Develop individualized, person-centered employment plans.
• Identify barriers to employment and connect participants with resources and supports.
• Help participants develop resumes, complete applications, and prepare for interviews.
• Conduct mock interviews and teach workplace communication, professional behavior, time management, and other employment-readiness skills.
• Provide ongoing follow-along services to promote long-term employment success and retention.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Organization

Relationship-building

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

RISE Services is seeking an empathetic Employment Specialist / Job Coach to help individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment. This part-time role is based in Germantown, with local travel to employer worksites and community locations.

You will provide individualized career planning, job development, workplace-skills training, on-the-job coaching, and ongoing retention support, helping participants achieve independence and competitive employment.