Employment Coach, Full-time

Make a Meaningful Impact as an Employment Coach with Goodwills Strides Program
At Goodwill we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive in the workplace. We are looking for a passionate self-motivated and compassionate Employment Coach to join our Strides Program a supported employment initiative that helps individuals with mental health challenges find and retain meaningful employment. If youre someone who is eager to help others succeed has a strong understanding of mental health challenges and thrives in a community-focused role we would love to meet you!

Why Work at Goodwill Goodwill is more than just a workplace its a community of passionate individuals dedicated to making a positive difference. As an Employment Coach with the Strides Program you will empower participants to overcome barriers gain valuable job skills and navigate the challenges of maintaining long-term employment. This is an opportunity to work closely with individuals and employers to foster success independence and growth.

What Youll Do: As an Employment Coach your role will be pivotal in guiding participants toward employment readiness job placement and long-term workplace success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Employment Coaching & Job Retention: Help participants build job skills adjust to workplace cultures and ensure long-term job success through coaching mentoring and progress monitoring.
• Collaboration with Employers: Serve as a liaison between employers participants and Goodwill staff to align the needs of both the business and the participants goals. Support job placement efforts and help participants connect with job opportunities.
• Person-Centered Planning: Develop individualized plans to support participants career goals skill-building and overcoming barriers to employment. Help participants access the training services and resources they need to thrive.
• Advocacy & Support: Provide ongoing employment counseling and advocacy to ensure participants needs are met and adjust plans as necessary to address challenges.

Who Were Looking For:The ideal candidate for this role is someone who combines empathy with a results-driven attitude. Youre someone who enjoys problem-solving and is deeply committed to making a real difference in the lives of others. We are seeking candidates who bring the following qualities and qualifications:

Key Attributes:

• Empathy & Compassion: A genuine desire to help others succeed and a deep understanding of mental health challenges.
• Self-Motivated & Goal-Oriented: Proactive organized and goal-focused with the ability to set clear objectives for participants and achieve them independently.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Skilled at providing solutions and adjusting plans based on participants progress and changing needs.
• Strong Communication & Advocacy Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with participants employers and internal teams while advocating for participants needs.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Comfortable working across departments and with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure the success of participants and the Strides Program.
• Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate participant data and documentation.

Whats in It for You

• Competitive Pay: $22.00 per hour with full benefits (health dental vision retirement and more!).
• Flexible Schedule: A flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the individuals you serve.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for personal and professional development including training and certifications.
• Supportive Work Environment: A culture of collaboration respect and empowerment where your contributions will directly impact the lives of individuals in your community.

Ready to Make a DifferenceIf you are passionate about empowering individuals to succeed in the workforce and thrive in a flexible community-based role we encourage you to apply! Become a part of Goodwills mission to help people achieve their potential through meaningful employment.

Apply Now and start your journey with Goodwills Strides Program!

Experience & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in human services Education or a related field.
• Experience: At least one year of experience in a human services setting particularly supporting individuals facing disabilities or mental health challenges. Previous experience providing direct services like employment counseling coaching or mentoring is preferred.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to visit community sites and employers.
• Technical Skills: Comfortable using case management software and tracking systems for participant progress and data documentation.