Pre-ETS Job Coach - Part Time

RISE Services•Frederick, MD

14d•$21

About The Position

RISE Services is an organization with a wealth of knowledge and experience to help individuals with disabilities obtain and maintain competitive employment Position Summary The Pre-ETS Coach provides individualized Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities, ages 14–21, to support their exploration of careers, post-secondary options, and readiness for future employment. Services are short-term and introductory in nature and focus on helping students build awareness, skills, and confidence related to employment and post-secondary education. The Coach works collaboratively with students, families, schools, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and community partners to deliver student-centered supports.

Requirements

Experience working with youth and/or young adults with disabilities.
Knowledge of transition services, career development, education, or workforce preparation.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently in community-based environments.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to service locations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or a related field (but not mandatory)
Experience with Pre-ETS, transition programming, or vocational rehabilitation services.
Familiarity with DARS (VA) and/or DORS (MD) systems and processes.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized Pre-Employment Transition Services to eligible students in accordance with program guidelines.
Support students in exploring interests, strengths, career options, and future goals.
Assist students in developing skills related to self-advocacy, communication, professionalism, and independence.
Promote awareness of post-secondary education, training, and career pathway options available after high school.
Support development of foundational workplace readiness skills and positive work behaviors.
Facilitate individualized career-related activities aligned with each student’s needs and goals.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with RISE Services and vocational rehabilitation requirements.
Communicate and collaborate with DARS (Virginia) or DORS (Maryland) counselors, school staff, families, and internal team members.
Participate in required meetings, training, supervision, and quality assurance activities.