Employment Coach

Job DetailsJob Location: CDS Offices - Barre, VT 05641Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $21.02 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Direct ServiceEmployment Coach

WCMHS is seeking an Employment Coach who will play a meaningful role in helping individuals with developmental disabilities and autism build confidence, develop skills, and achieve success in the workplace. By providing individualized guidance, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support, this role helps people secure and sustain meaningful community-based employment.

Through close collaboration with job seekers, employers, and support teams, the Employment Coach promotes inclusive workplaces where individuals can thrive, contributing to greater independence, purpose, and long-term career growth.

Summary of Duties

Support individuals in identifying career goals through assessments, guided conversations, and job exploration activities
Assist with resume development, interview preparation, and job-seeking strategies tailored to individual strengths
Provide initial job training and ongoing coaching to employees and employers to promote successful placements and retention
Collaborate with businesses to implement accommodation and conduct regular check-ins; deliver follow-along services such as benefits counseling and Social Security reporting
Develop and monitor employment plans in coordination with Individualized Service Agreements (ISAs)
Supervise participants in agency-operated work programs and contribute to a safe, inclusive work environment

Compensation and Benefits

WCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a generous retirement contribution match. Our industry-leading paid time off package includes 12.5 flexible holidays per year and 12 days each vacation and paid sick time earned in your first year of employment.

The starting pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.02 per hour

QualificationsSummary of Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and consistent access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle required
Experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism, or similar populations strongly preferred
Prior experience in supported employment or within the business community strongly preferred
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Ability to deliver services and complete documentation in English

Workplace Conditions

Work occurs in varied community settings, including homes, offices, and public locations, transporting clients in one’s own vehicle, flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, may be needed to meet program demands, safety and crisis response protocols apply, ability to lift up to 50lbs, and frequent computer use and reliable attendance are essential for documentation and team communication.

About the Agency

For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”

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