Vocational Counselor/Job Coach
THE CHOICE GROUP, INC.
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Salary
$20 - $25 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide one-on-one job coaching and guidance to individuals with disabilities to help them secure and maintain integrated employment. This includes resume assistance, job development, and providing hands-on training at client job sites.
Requirements summary
Candidates should be self-starters with strong communication skills and a valid driver's license. Education requirements vary from a high school diploma with 10 years of experience to a Master's degree with 1 year of experience.
Job description
Are you passionate about helping others reach their full potential? We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated Vocational Counselor/Job Coach to support individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining competitive, integrated employment in the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one job coaching and guidance to clients seeking employment
- Assist clients with resume building, job applications, and interviews
- Make employer connections in the community through individualized job development
- Support clients on job sites, providing hands-on training
- Help clients develop workplace readiness skills, including communication, time management, and professionalism
- Collaborate with employers to ensure successful job placements and retention
- Track client progress and maintain accurate documentation
Qualifications
- Self-starter with strong time management, interpersonal and communication skills
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others succeed
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple clients
- Valid driver's license and dependable transportation
- Experience working with people with disabilities as well as case management, coaching, counseling, or workforce development (preferred)
Education
Prefers a Master’s degree in a related field plus 1 year of related experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of related experience, an Associate’s degree (or equivalent credits) in a related field plus 4 years of experience, or a high school diploma and 10 years of related experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based off experience and education
- Benefits to Full Time Employees, including:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability and Group Term Life Insurance covered at 100%
- Additional Fringe Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development Fund
- Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
- Free LPC Supervision
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A rewarding role where you can make a real impact in people’s lives
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Paid Travel Time
- Professional Development Fund
- Additional Fringe Benefits
- Free LPC Supervision