Part-Time Community Job Coach — Empower Careers

RISE Services LLC; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement for travel

Paid training and professional dev.

Paid holidays

Job summary

RISE Services LLC, in Wilmington, Delaware, is hiring a part-time Job Coach / Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment across Wilmington and surrounding New Castle County. This hands-on, community-based role involves coaching at employer sites, teaching workplace skills, and coordinating with local businesses.

Training is provided and a bachelor’s degree is not required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in community settings with limited supervision.
• Dependability, professionalism, and consistent work schedule.
• Basic computer skills, including email and electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel Wilmington and surrounding New Castle County.
• Ability to transport participants when required.
• Background checks and driving-record reviews completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized job coaching at employer worksites and community locations.
• Help individuals learn job responsibilities, routines, and employer expectations.
• Teach communication, time management, problem-solving, and professional workplace behaviors.
• Support individuals in developing independence and maintaining employment.
• Help individuals communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Assist with career exploration, job searches, applications, résumés, and interview prep.
• Identify opportunities matching interests and goals; build relationships with employers.
• Coordinate interviews, onboarding, and employment-readiness training.
• Complete progress notes and required documentation; track goals and outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Independence in community settings

Reliability

Professionalism

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Transportation ability

Background checks

Tools

Email systems

Job description

RISE Services LLC, in Wilmington, Delaware, is hiring a part-time Job Coach / Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment across Wilmington and surrounding New Castle County. This hands-on, community-based role involves coaching at employer sites, teaching workplace skills, and coordinating with local businesses.

Training is provided and a bachelor’s degree is not required.