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Employment Support Specialist /Job Coach (FULL TIME)

United Cerebral Palsy Heartland•Berkeley, MO
•Onsite

About The Position

At UCP Heartland, we believe in creating life without limits for individuals with disabilities. As an Employment Support Specialist (Job Coach), you will play a critical role in helping individuals secure, learn, and maintain meaningful employment throughout the St. Louis metro area. If you are compassionate, solution-focused, and ready to make a lasting impact — we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Reliable transportation and current auto insurance
  • Ability to pass Family Care Safety Registry screening
  • Ability to pass a motor vehicle driving record check
  • Employment contingent upon background checks and reference verification
  • Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for up to 8 hours
  • Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 100 pounds using proper lifting and transfer techniques

Nice To Haves

  • High School Diploma or GED required (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • 2+ years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
  • Creative problem-solving skills and ability to think outside the box
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Organized with the ability to manage multiple clients effectively
  • Flexible schedule – availability aligned with client work hours

Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one job coaching support at community worksites across the St. Louis Metro area
  • Support individuals in learning job tasks and building independence
  • Develop natural supports within the workplace
  • Partner with employers, families, and vocational rehabilitation (VR) counselors to ensure success
  • Manage a caseload of up to 25 individuals
  • Complete timely documentation using electronic health record systems
  • Maintain consistent and professional communication with all stakeholders

Benefits

  • Paid Training
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Competitive 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 10% Company Match
  • Generous PTO (Vacation, Sick, Holiday – Plus 9 Paid Company Holidays and 16 Floating Holiday Hours for Benefit Eligible Employees)
  • Emergency Medical Leave Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mileage Reimbursement

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