Statewide Employment Specialist & Job Coach

Advanced Employment Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Employment Group in Fresno, CA seeks an Employment Specialist/Job Coach to provide person-centered support and develop plans to help participants achieve personal and employment goals. The role involves facilitating appropriate social interactions at the job site and coaching for interview readiness.

Travel statewide, maintain strong communication with employers and staff, and use tech tools for coordination and progress tracking. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field.
• Special Education degree or experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provides person-centered support to meet the employee's needs within the work environment.
• Develops specific plans to assist in achieving personal and employment goals.
• Facilitates and encourages social interactions between participants and other employees at the job site.
• Models productive behavior and teaches skills for independence and growth.
• Maintains constructive relationships with coworkers and supports positive outcomes.
• Coaches applicants for interviews and helps develop work-related problem-solving approaches.
• Communicates effectively with AEG staff, employers and employees.
• Uses various communication methods, including in-person, surveys, group presentations, calls, text, social media, and virtual meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Spanish language

Driver's license

Tech literacy

Job coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Special Education degree or experience beneficial

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Zoom

Webex

Google Meets

Job description

Advanced Employment Group in Fresno, CA seeks an Employment Specialist/Job Coach to provide person-centered support and develop plans to help participants achieve personal and employment goals. The role involves facilitating appropriate social interactions at the job site and coaching for interview readiness.

Travel statewide, maintain strong communication with employers and staff, and use tech tools for coordination and progress tracking. A valid driver’s license is required.