Employment Specialist / Job Coach

About the role

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist/Job Coach to join our team. In this role, Job Coaches provide one-on-one support, coaching, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in integrated community work settings. Job Coaches assist individuals in exploring career interests, securing employment, and developing the skills needed to maintain long-term success at work. At BAYADA, team members are valued, respected, and heard. We are deeply committed to investing in our people and supporting their professional growth, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team. Locations we are hiring include Hickory, Conover, and the surrounding area.

Responsibilities

• Empowering an individual to obtain meaningful employment
• Assist with enhancing job skills by monitoring progress through documentation
• Educate employers on benefits and opportunities of work with people with disabilities
• Advocating for inclusion on the job and reasonable accommodations for the individual
• Making an impact on the community

Qualifications

• One year experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Day-time availability

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
• Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around-the-clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
• Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Pay

Competitive pay rates: $18/hr with a weekly pay schedule.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling (part-time, various shifts); short commute times (we try to match opportunities within 30 minutes near your home).