Employment Specialist / Job Coach - Asheville

About the Role

We are currently looking for a compassionate and organized Job Coach to assist individuals with disabilities in securing and maintaining employment in Buncombe County and nearby areas. This position involves providing personalized job coaching, hands-on training, and tailored support based on each individual's unique goals and capabilities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are crucial to successfully collaborate with clients, employers, and team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with individuals to explore vocational interests, skills, and employment objectives.
• Assist with crafting resumes, conducting job searches, submitting applications, preparing for interviews, and facilitating job placements.
• Deliver on-the-job training and coaching to enable individuals to learn their responsibilities and thrive at work.
• Match employment opportunities with clients’ strengths, abilities, and preferences.
• Create and execute personalized employment and training plans.
• Assist clients in identifying and overcoming employment barriers.
• Develop relationships with local employers and businesses to support job placement efforts.
• Advocate for appropriate workplace accommodations when necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive and timely documentation and reports.
• Work collaboratively with team members, clients’ families, and employers to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in human services, business, or a related discipline.
• Prior experience in job coaching or supported employment is preferred.
• Experience working with people with disabilities is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, which may include evenings, nights, and weekends during training periods.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation is required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance benefits available to full-time employees.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Access to telehealth and online medical consultations (Teladoc).
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

Additional Information

Universal Mental Health Services is committed to supporting individuals and families affected by mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and substance use challenges to achieve independence and community integration. As a CARF-accredited provider, the organization delivers person-centered services across multiple related programs.