Community Employment Specialist I - Edinboro

Barber National Institute

Experience: 0+ yrs
Location: Edinboro, Pennsylvania, United States
Job type: Part-time

Required skills

compliance
interpersonal skills

About the role

Hours: Hours vary, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Overview:

We are seeking a Community Employment Specialist / Job Coach in the Edinboro area to play a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities to gain and maintain meaningful employment, while also encouraging active participation in their communities. As an Employment Specialist / Job Coach, you’ll assist individuals in building job skills, crafting resumes, preparing for interviews, and navigating the workplace to foster independence and inclusion.

Please note: This position requires the use of your own vehicle and is part-time with no guaranteed weekly hours. Scheduling is based on client needs and may vary week to week.

What you’ll need:

Must be 18 years or older
High school diploma or GED required
Valid, active driver’s license
Pre-hire clearances:
- State Police Criminal Record Check
- Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Clearance (if you have not lived in PA for the past 2 years)
Ability to pass ACRE and CPR/First Aid Certification
Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

A typical day-to-day may include:

Assisting with community outings to promote skill development and engagement
Providing transportation and support during community activities
Helping individuals create professional resumes and prepare for interviews
Coaching individuals on workplace behaviors and job skills
Accompanying individuals at job sites and offering hands-on support
Collaborating with employers to identify opportunities and ensure accommodations
Monitoring progress, addressing challenges, and celebrating achievements
Documenting services and maintaining compliance with regulations

What you’ll bring:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with individuals, families, and employers
A desire to be active in the community and build partnerships with local businesses
Patience, empathy, and motivation to support individuals in overcoming challenges
Skills to coach individuals through resume building, interview prep, and job success

Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare

• Teladoc Virtual Health
Financial Well-being
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select events and services

• Generous Paid Time Off

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

About Barber National Institute

Support services for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

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