Project Search Job Coach — Training, Placement & Growth

RiseMe; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $2500

Student loan repayment

Retirement plan with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Agency funded life insurance & long‑/d

Job summary

ADEC is seeking a Project Search Job Coach to collaborate with student interns, school systems, host businesses, and Vocational Rehabilitation to secure competitive employment for participants. You will coach, train, and place interns, while developing internship sites and ensuring essential work skills are taught for independence.

Responsibilities include guiding interns through work culture, managing progress with stakeholders, and organizing open houses and events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Rehabilitation, Psychology, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds.
• Pass background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provide interns with employment services including coaching, training, development, and placement.
• Assess and reinforce interns' employability skills and educate about work culture.
• Develop internship sites with business liaison and instructors, and plan modifications as needed.
• Teach essential tasks and core job skills to interns to promote independence.
• Maintain open communication with stakeholders about intern progress and opportunities.
• Recruit potential Project Search interns for the next year (minimum 8).
• Organize open houses, events, and fundraisers for Project Search in collaboration with instructors.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and required documentation for billing and milestones.

Skills

Coaching

Collaboration

Communication

Training

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Rehabilitation / Psychology)

Job description

ADEC is seeking a Project Search Job Coach to collaborate with student interns, school systems, host businesses, and Vocational Rehabilitation to secure competitive employment for participants. You will coach, train, and place interns, while developing internship sites and ensuring essential work skills are taught for independence.

Responsibilities include guiding interns through work culture, managing progress with stakeholders, and organizing open houses and events.