Employment Coach
About The Position
Do you have a passion for helping people discover their strengths, achieve their goals, and build meaningful careers? As an Employment Coach, you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals of all ages and abilities to gain confidence, develop workplace skills, and succeed in employment setting. In this rewarding role, you'll provide personalized coaching, mentorship, and hands-on support that helps individuals build independence and reach their career goals. You'll meet people where they are—in libraries, coffee shops, schools, workplaces, and throughout the community—to teach employment readiness skills, explore career pathways, and support long-term success.
Requirements
- Valid MN driver's license with acceptable record required.
- Combination of education and work experience in Special Education, Psychology, Social Services, or Human services or related.
- Fluency in the English language including excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills required.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion with focus on culturally responsive practice, internal self-awareness and reflection.
- Strong critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience providing related services to individuals with disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with individuals to identify strengths, interests, and career goals through assessments and informational interviews.
- Teach employment readiness skills, including job searching, workplace expectations, communication, and professional development.
- Provide one-on-one career coaching, helping individuals build confidence and independence.
- Assist with resume writing, interview preparation, job exploration, and career planning.
- Support job shadowing experiences and connect individuals with employment opportunities.
- Provide on-site job coaching and collaborate with employers to ensure successful workplace integration.
- Develop creative strategies to strengthen executive functioning, organization, time management, and workplace success skills.
- Identify accommodations, resources, and supports that help individuals thrive in their jobs.
- Maintain accurate documentation and case records.
- Collaborate closely with the employment services team to ensure coordinated, person-centered employment plans.
Benefits
- UKG Wallet – Eligible employees can access earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Life, AD&D and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Work-Life Balance; 5 weeks of paid time off annually (18 days PTO + 9 Paid Holidays)
- Opportunities for community involvement in Fraser-organized events
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Top Industry Pay!
- Collaborative and relationship-oriented culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
