Vocational Counselor/Job Coach

THE CHOICE GROUP • Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

The Vocational Counselor/Job Coach supports individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining competitive, integrated employment in the community. The role provides individualized job coaching and employment guidance, helps clients prepare for and pursue jobs, and assists them in developing workplace readiness skills. The counselor/coach also supports clients at job sites, collaborates with employers on successful placements and retention, and tracks client progress through accurate documentation.

Requirements

• Be a self-starter with strong time management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple clients.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Education and related experience: a Master's degree in a related field plus 1 year of related experience; a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 2 years of related experience; an Associate's degree or equivalent credits in a related field plus 4 years of experience; or a high school diploma and 10 years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• Experience in case management, coaching, counseling, or workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one job coaching and guidance to clients seeking employment.
• Assist clients with resume building, job applications, and interviews.
• Make employer connections in the community through individualized job development.
• Support clients on job sites by providing hands-on training.
• Help clients develop workplace readiness skills, including communication, time management, and professionalism.
• Collaborate with employers to ensure successful job placements and retention.
• Track client progress and maintain accurate documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Short-term disability and group term life insurance covered at 100%.
• Additional fringe benefits.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development fund.
• Mileage reimbursement and paid travel time.
• Free LPC supervision.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

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