Career Coach

Louisiana State University • Goodwell, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

College of Human Sciences & Education Integrative Community Studies (ICS) Career Coach Reports To: ICS Program Manager Employment Status: Full-Time (12-month) with benefits Work Location: College/University Campus and Community Employment Sites Position Overview: The Career Coach teaches program courses and provides individualized and group support to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities enrolled in the ICS program on campus. The Career Coach provides direct instruction on programmatic topics (e.g., independent living, socialization, functional academics, workforce readiness). The Career Coach supports students in developing workplace readiness, gaining meaningful employment experiences, and fostering independence across academic, social, and community settings. This role is essential in helping students successfully obtain and maintain internships and paid employment during and after their college program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year experience (2 years of graduate assistantship qualifies)
• LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply – a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or related field.
• Knowledge of evidence-based employment practices (e.g., supported employment, customized employment).
• Familiarity with postsecondary education settings and universal design for learning.
• Experience with vocational rehabilitation or workforce development systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and natural supports to students at campus and community work sites.
• Support students in learning job tasks, meeting employer expectations, and problem-solving challenges.
• Assist students in developing soft skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace professionalism.
• Fade support as appropriate to encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Teach students critical program content in areas of independent living skills, socialization, and functional academics.
• Help students explore career interests, complete job applications, and prepare for interviews.
• Deliver or co-facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.
• Support students in building resumes, portfolios, and employment documentation.
• Promote independence by teaching travel training, money management, and other employment-related life skills when applicable.
• Guide student through self-reflective practices to make and achieve employment-related goals and to improve work-related skills.
• Collaborate with ICS program staff in completing teaching responsibilities.
• Work closely with the ICS program staff, faculty, families, vocational rehabilitation, and community partners to coordinate student supports.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, work hours, employer feedback, and accommodations provided.
• Communicate regularly with the Program Manager to track outcomes and identify additional student needs.
• Participate in team meetings, program instruction, trainings, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
• Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees