Job Coach/Employment Specialist

About the role

Join BAYADA and Make a Difference in Your Community! BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a dedicated ACRE certified Employment Specialist/Job Coaches 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.

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 development disabilities (IDD)
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Day-time availability
• ACRE and/or CESP certification
• Job Coach experience

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 (starting at $25/hr)

Schedule

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

Locations: Zip Code 19001, 19124, 19152. To obtain more hours, you may also be able to work as a Direct Support Professional too! We put your well-being first, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging where you can achieve your goals.