Career Coach for Young Adults with Autism (Part-Time)
About The Position
College Living Experience (CLE) is seeking a Career Coach for their Young Adult Transition Program. This part-time, in-person role involves supporting neurodiverse college students, including those with autism and ADHD, in their career development. The coach will help students explore interests, develop job readiness skills, build resumes, prepare for interviews, identify career goals, and gain confidence. A significant aspect of the role includes building relationships with local employers and community partners to create internship and job opportunities. The ideal candidate has experience with neurodiverse individuals and 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.
- Experience in psychology, social work, education or special education, counseling, behavioral health or ABA therapy, student affairs or residential life.
Responsibilities
- Review career assessment results 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.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid sick time
- Flexible scheduling options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
