HireAbility Career Training and Education Coach - Temporary

About the role

HireAbility Vermont is recruiting for a Career Training and Education Coach to join our dynamic team in Bennington. This is a temporary position with variable hours, not guaranteed to be full‑time.

Responsibilities

• Provide time‑limited on‑site support for participants with disabilities in education/training settings and/or on the job site.
• Offer support prior to, during, and/or after a participant’s work schedule.
• Deliver direct, one‑to‑one hands‑on job training at job sites using a place‑train‑fade model.
• Conduct periodic check‑ins with participants and/or supervisors after job stability is achieved.
• Provide tutoring or coaching at workshops, training programs, or classes to foster independence and success.
• Arrange college/training program tours and connect participants to peer mentoring groups, study groups, natural supports, and study‑skill development.
• Assist with pre‑vocational skills such as preparing for driving permit tests, CDL exams, and other independent living skills that aid employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) months or more of work or volunteer experience in human services, customer service, or a related field requiring considerable personal interactions.
• Preferred: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement for out‑of‑office travel.

Schedule

• Work schedule varies based on participants’ training needs.
• Occasional night/weekend hours may be requested.
• Frequent travel to education, training, or job sites is expected.

For questions, contact Maria.Burt@vermont.gov.