Job Coach - Supported Employment
$20-$23/hour | Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling
Paid Holidays • Health Benefits • 401(k) with Match • Meaningful Work
Help Someone Build Independence Through Employment
REACH, Inc. is looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Job Coaches. In this rewarding role, you'll work alongside individuals with disabilities in community workplaces, helping them learn new skills, gain confidence, and succeed on the job.
Every day offers an opportunity to make a real difference while building valuable experience in human services, disability services, behavioral health, education, workforce development, or social services.
No extensive experience required. If you're patient, encouraging, and enjoy helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join REACH?
- Flexible schedules with full-time and part-time opportunities
- Competitive pay: $20-$23/hour
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees working 30+ hours/week
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal leave
- Mileage reimbursement when applicable
- Meaningful, relationship-based work that changes lives
- Opportunities to grow within the human services field
What You'll Do
As a Job Coach, you'll provide individualized support that helps people become successful and independent employees.
You will:
- Coach and support individuals with disabilities at community job sites
- Teach job tasks through hands-on training, modeling, and encouragement
- Help develop workplace skills, confidence, independence, and professionalism
- Support positive communication and workplace relationships
- Work collaboratively with employers, supervisors, and coworkers
- Assist with accommodations and individualized support strategies
- Track progress and celebrate successes as individuals gain independence
- Communicate with employment specialists and supervisors regarding progress and support needs
This Position Is a Great Fit For
- Individuals seeking a meaningful career helping others
- People interested in human services, social services, psychology, education, behavioral health, or workforce development
- Caregivers, paraprofessionals, teachers, job coaches, mentors, DSPs, or support workers
- Entry-level applicants looking to gain valuable experience and make a difference
- Anyone who enjoys encouraging, teaching, and supporting others
Qualifications
Required
- Age 18 or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable, patient, and professional
- Ability to adapt to different work environments
Preferred but Not Required
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
- Experience in coaching, caregiving, education, customer service, mentoring, or human services
We recognize that valuable experience comes from many backgrounds and encourage applicants who are passionate about helping others to apply.
Work Environment
This is a community-based position that takes place in a variety of workplace settings.
The role may involve:
- Standing, walking, and moving throughout the workday
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Assisting individuals with physical support needs when necessary
- Indoor and outdoor work environments
Additional Requirements
Some assignments may require driving:
- Valid driver's license
- 21+ with 3 years driving experience
- Current DMV report and auto insurance
Conditions of Employment:
- Must pass and maintain a background check
- CPR & First Aid certification and TB clearance required within 30 days of hire
Join a Team That Helps People Thrive
At REACH, we believe meaningful employment creates opportunity, confidence, and independence. Become a Job Coach and help people achieve their goals while building a rewarding career of your own.
Apply today.
Keywords: Job Coach, Employment Support Specialist, Supported Employment, Human Services, Disability Services, Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health, Vocational Support, Community Employment, Job Training, Career Coaching.