Employment Specialist I

Soar365•Richmond, VA

About The Position

As a Supported Employment Specialist I (Job Coach) at SOAR365, you will help individuals with disabilities achieve meaningful, competitive integrated employment. You will provide direct and indirect job coaching, employment supports, and follow-along services, helping people develop, maintain, and strengthen workplace skills. The role includes assessments, job development support, and coverage or assistance when other staff are unavailable. You will collaborate with Employment Specialists, supervisors, and program leadership to build professional skills, develop relationships with inclusive employers, and maintain community business contacts. The position also involves providing transportation when needed, meeting monthly billable-hour requirements, completing accurate and timely documentation, attending required trainings and meetings, and following agency policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The schedule is flexible and requires nights and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services, education, social work, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in human services, education, rehabilitation, or a similar setting.
Ability to build strong relationships with individuals with disabilities, families, employers, and partner agencies.
Ability to apply a person-first, individualized approach to employment planning.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Understanding of positive behavioral supports.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass a SOAR365 driving test and maintain driving eligibility.
Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Therapeutic Options certifications.
Complete ACRE certification within the first six months of employment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including required nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect job coaching and employment supports to individuals with disabilities.
Help individuals develop, maintain, and strengthen skills needed for competitive integrated employment.
Conduct assessments and support job development and follow-along services.
Provide coverage or assistance when other staff members are unavailable.
Collaborate with Employment Specialists, supervisors, and program leadership.
Build relationships with inclusive employers and maintain community business contacts.
Provide transportation when needed.
Meet monthly billable-hour requirements.
Complete accurate and timely documentation.
Attend required trainings and meetings.
Comply with agency policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.