Job Coach for Individuals with Disabilities - Staten Island

AHRC NYC • New York, NY

5d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

AHRC New York City is hiring full-time Job Coaches for its Employment Services Program in Staten Island. The role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in achieving meaningful employment. Job Coaches initially spend most of their time alongside workers at job sites, then gradually reduce their support as workers become proficient.

The role manages a caseload of approximately 10–15 clients, with about 90% of working time spent in the field at individuals’ job sites. Coaches train, assist, and support workers in their jobs, help with travel from home to job sites when needed, and document progress and outcomes through detailed service notes. Schedule flexibility is required; the position is 40 hours per week.

Compensation is listed by education level: $20 per hour for a high school diploma or GED, $21 for an associate degree, $22 for a bachelor’s degree, and $23 for a master’s degree. Travel expenses are reimbursed. The employer describes opportunities for personal and professional growth, job security, and career advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to individuals’ scheduling needs.
• Teaching or mentoring experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service and client-facing experience.
• Strong case-note writing and documentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience is a plus.
• Associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, which corresponds to higher listed hourly compensation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 10–15 clients, primarily in the field, with about 90% of time spent at individuals’ job sites.
• Teach, assist, and support new workers in their jobs using demonstrations, modeling, counseling, observation, and discussion.
• Provide training and support to workers with disabilities to help them succeed in their roles.
• Assist new workers with travel from home to job sites when needed.
• Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor client progress and outcomes.

Benefits

• Free medical insurance, including single and family plans.
• Paid time off, including sick, personal, and vacation time.
• Paid training.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Referral program.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• 403(b) company match.
• Life insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible Spending account.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED