Job Coach / Supported Employment Specialist – Johnstown & Cambria County, PA

Job Coach / Supported Employment Specialist – $17–$23/hr
Flexible Schedules | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Mission-Driven Work

Abound Health is hiring a Job Coach / Supported Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in finding, securing, and maintaining meaningful employment. This role combines job coaching, community-based support, and light DSP responsibilities, offering a rewarding opportunity to help individuals build independence and confidence. Abound Health is a mission-driven organization that has supported individuals with I/DD for over 20 years.

Schedule Needs

We are seeking candidates who can meet the following availability:
Required Coaching Availability:
• Thursdays: 10 AM – 7 PM
• Fridays: 10 AM – 7 PM
• At least two Saturdays per month: 10 AM – 7 PM

Additional flexibility preferred to support rotating monthly schedules, which may include:
• Monday afternoon/evening shifts
• Tuesday mid-day and early evening
• Wednesday mid-day and early evening

Full-time or part-time options available
• Minimum: 20 hours/week
• Maximum: 40 hours/week

What You’ll Do

As a Job Coach / Supported Employment Specialist, you will help individuals succeed in the workplace and in the community. Responsibilities include:
• Provide on-the-job coaching, skill-building, and workplace support
• Assist individuals in learning job tasks, communication skills, and workplace expectations
• Support clients during interviews, onboarding, and training
• Build strong relationships with employers and community partners
• Transport clients to and from job sites as needed
• Support individuals in community-based activities and independent-living skills
• Provide DSP-style support when coaching hours are not available
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor safety and well-being in community and workplace settings
• Complete documentation, progress notes, and schedules
• Participate in paid onboarding and ongoing training

Comprehensive Benefits

• Flexible schedules (full-time and part-time)
• Weekly pay
• Paid onboarding & training
• Opportunities for advancement & career growth
• Scholarship Program
• Invitations to company events & peer networking
• Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance
• Willingness to transport clients
• Ability to support individuals in community and workplace settings
• DSP experience preferred
• ACRE certification preferred (not required)
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful but not required — we provide paid training

Pay

Starting Pay: $17–$23/hour

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.