Employment Specialist (Job Coach)- Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
Pay Rate: $22.43/hour
Are you passionate about helping adults with developmental disabilities and their families? Do you want to grow your career with a supportive and innovative organization? If so, Arc Broward is the place for you!
About Us: Arc Broward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with developmental disabilities and other life challenges.
Why Work at Arc Broward
- We put the CARE in CAREER!
- We are a leader in developmental disabilities services.
- We offer a mission-driven, supportive, and innovative work environment.
- We value our team members and foster a people-first culture.
- We provide top-notch training through our Arc Educates program.
- We prioritize professional growth, recognition, and appreciation events.
About the Role: Employment Specialist
- Provide job coaching services to the program participants which includes, learning and teaching a wide variety of job tasks and work safety skills; serving as an advocate and liaison between the employer and consumer; and assessing the program participant’s needs on the job site as they arise.
- Complete and submit documentation of work activities.
- Mentor and motivate the participants to perform their job functions efficiently and thoroughly.
- Be a positive role model and ambassador of Arc Broward, while always maintaining appropriate behaviors.
Perks & Benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off: 26 days (5 weeks!) of PTO per year
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Paid Training & Certifications
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage including HSA with employer matching & FSA options
- Comprehensive Dental & Vision Coverage
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance with option to increase coverage voluntarily
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Insurance Plans including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Aid & ID Theft
- Retirement Plan with employer matching
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- Ongoing Professional Development through Arc Educates
What are the requirements?
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- At least one year work experience in job placement or a Master’s and six months’ working experience in job placement, job coaching or counseling preferred.
- Must successfully complete the extensive training required by the funders, including two pre-service online courses.
- Valid FL driver’s license and successful Level II background check, physical and drug screen.
- Reliable, consistent work attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position.
Keywords: Developmental Disabilities, Workforce Services, Career Services, Resume Building, Employment Services, Supported Employment
Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least one year work experience in job placement or a Master's and six months' working experience in job placement, job coaching or counseling preferred
- Valid FL driver's license and successful Level II background check, physical and drug screen
- Must successfully complete extensive training required by funders including two pre-service online courses
- Reliable, consistent work attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position
What We Do
ince 1956, Arc Broward has worked hand-in-hand with our community, changing how people with developmental disabilities and life challenges are embraced and included. This critical work ensures that people with disabilities, not only live, learn, work, and play in their communities, but more importantly, thrive. Arc Broward operates at 10 locations and provides 21 programs throughout Broward County, FL. Arc Broward’s two social enterprises — Arc Educates and Arc Culinary — are groundbreaking efforts to transform the community by providing opportunities for people with disabilities and other life challenges to realize their full potential.
