Job Developer, abilIT

Role Description

The Job Developer, abilIT role is a full-time, on-site position based in Baltimore, MD. This role focuses on supporting participants in the abilIT program as they prepare for and secure employment in technology and related fields. Day-to-day responsibilities include building relationships with employers, identifying job opportunities, and matching candidates to roles that align with their skills and career goals. The Job Developer provides individualized job coaching, including resume and interview preparation, job search support, and guidance on workplace expectations. Additional tasks include coordinating training and workshops, tracking participant progress, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with internal teams and community partners to ensure participants have the resources needed for sustained employment success.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Job Coaching and Training skills to support participants in building workplace readiness and technical competencies.
• Candidates should possess Job Development and Job Search skills to cultivate employer relationships, identify hiring opportunities, and connect participants with suitable positions.
• Candidates should possess Career Counseling skills to help individuals clarify career goals, develop employment plans, and navigate career transitions.
• Experience working with individuals who have disabilities or socio-economic barriers, with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage employers and community partners.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, maintain detailed records, and meet program goals and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with the local labor market and, ideally, entry-level tech or IT career pathways.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, counseling, workforce development, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Company Description

Humanim is a Maryland-based social impact organization dedicated to human services, workforce development, youth services, and social enterprise. Its mission is to support and empower individuals facing social or economic challenges by creating pathways to economic equity, opportunity, and independence. With a staff of over 300, Humanim serves more than 4,000 individuals each year through over 35 programs across the state. For more than 50 years, the organization has focused on economic empowerment for people with disabilities and those experiencing socio-economic barriers. Humanim is grounded in the belief that every person has potential and that meaningful work is transformative.