PA Connecting Communities is a Post-Gazette Top Workplace Award Winner!!
PA Connecting Communities is seeking dedicated and motivated Job Coaches to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism in achieving meaningful, competitive employment throughout the Pittsburgh area. Join our innovative and growing team while empowering individuals to reach their vocational and personal goals.
The mission of PA Connecting Communities (PACC) is empowering individuals with special needs and/or needing accommodations with information and opportunities to improve their quality of life. PACC accomplishes this by developing social programs to build friendships, promoting the arts, participating in community programs, encouraging inclusion, and creating competitive employment opportunities. Our vision is to create social change through vocational (on-the-job) training programs, social and cultural activities, recreational and fitness opportunities, and remedial/academic classes for the disability community. PACC follows the principle of “Everyday Lives.”
The Job Coach plays an essential role in supporting this mission by assisting individuals in developing work readiness skills, securing employment, and maintaining successful community-based jobs. This position works closely with participants, families, school districts, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, veterans, and other referral sources to provide individualized career development services.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting work readiness assessments and identifying vocational interests.
- Assisting individuals with resume development and job searches.
- Providing job placement assistance and on-the-job training.
- Teaching and reinforcing job tasks and workplace expectations.
- Collaborating with each individual’s team, including participation in annual ISP meetings when applicable.
- Supporting individuals in developing independence and workplace confidence.
- Maintaining timely, accurate documentation in accordance with company policy.
- Communicating effectively with employers, referral sources, and team members.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred (equivalent education and experience considered).
- Experience in adult education, mental health, or the Intellectual Disabilities service system.
- Experience conducting career coaching and job placement services.
Applicants must:
- Have ACRE certification or a minimum of 2 years of Job Coaching/Career Counseling experience.
- Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- Have a reliable vehicle available for daily use.
- Be smart phone and computer literate.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have the ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Be able to pass Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI clearance.
Equal Opportunity Employer.