Career Coach for Young Adults with Autism (Part-Time)

College Living Experience - Rockville, MD•Rockville, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

College Living Experience (CLE) is a comprehensive post-secondary transition program supporting young adults diagnosed with autism, AD/HD, and learning differences. Students receive individualized support across academics, career development, social skills, and independent living while learning to manage adult responsibilities in real-world environments. Through mentorship, coaching, and real-world learning experiences, our team helps students build the skills needed to live independently and pursue meaningful adult lives. We are seeking a Career Coach to support students as they explore career interests, develop job readiness skills, and gain experience through internships, volunteer and employment opportunities. In this role, you will work closely with students to help them build resumes, prepare for interviews, identify career goals, and develop the confidence needed to navigate the workplace. A key part of this position involves building relationships with local employers and community partners to create internship and job opportunities for students. The ideal candidate has experience working with neurodiverse individuals or individuals with learning differences, along with a background in career development, job coaching, workforce development, or job placement.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver’s license
Have at least one year of licensed driving experience
Meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, social work, counseling, or a related field
Two years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals or young adults preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build supportive relationships while encouraging student independence
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with neurodiverse individuals or individuals with learning differences
Background in career development, job coaching, workforce development, or job placement

Responsibilities

Review career assessment results (such as the Greenwood Assessment) with students to identify strengths, interests, and career pathways
Work with students to develop clear career goals and measurable progress plans
Provide individualized job coaching to support workplace readiness and professional development
Support students participating in certificate programs or community-based career workshops
Assist students with resume development, cover letters, and job applications
Provide interview preparation and job search coaching
Teach professional communication and workplace expectations
Support students in developing confidence and independence in professional environments
Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify internship and employment opportunities
Develop partnerships with community organizations, workforce programs, and businesses
Identify volunteer, internship, and job placement opportunities for students
Promote CLE students as strong candidates within the local workforce community
Maintain documentation of student sessions and progress in BestNotes
Communicate regularly with the Supervisor regarding student progress or concerns
Collaborate with CLE staff across program areas to support holistic student development