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Direct Support Professional | Job Coach | Business Services

National Center on Institutions and AlternativesWindsor Mill, MD

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

Job Coach

Location: Point Breeze & I-95 (Laurel, Md.)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Laurel, Md) & 2:00pm - 10:00pm (Point Breeze) Shift Available

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping others reach their full potential? Do you enjoy meaningful work that creates a lasting impact in your community?

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Job Coach to provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a workplace setting. As a Job Coach, you will play a vital role in helping individuals build confidence, develop job skills, achieve greater independence, and succeed in their careers.

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to empower people, celebrate their successes, and make a real difference every day.

What You'll Do

As a Job Coach, you will:

  • Provide individualized coaching, training, and support in the workplace
  • Teach and reinforce job tasks, workplace expectations, and appropriate social interactions
  • Encourage independence while ensuring successful job performance
  • Implement Person-Centered Plans and Behavior Support Plans
  • Assist individuals in following work schedules and completing assigned duties
  • Support participation in community-based Meaningful Day Services activities
  • Respond professionally to behavioral challenges using approved intervention techniques
  • Complete required documentation, including attendance records, progress notes, and incident reports
  • Maintain safe, organized, and well-stocked work environments
  • Transport individuals using agency vehicles in accordance with agency policies
  • Collaborate with supervisors, families, and support teams to promote positive outcomes
  • Participate in ongoing professional development, including CPR, First Aid, and behavior management training

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

  • Patient, encouraging, and compassionate
  • A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
  • Comfortable providing hands-on support and coaching
  • Passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities
  • Flexible and willing to adapt to changing needs

Why Join Our Team?

  • Meaningful work that positively impacts lives
  • Supportive and mission-driven team environment
  • Paid training and professional development opportunities
  • Opportunity to build rewarding relationships and help individuals achieve their goals
  • A career where your work truly matters

Additional Information

This position may occasionally provide temporary coverage for a Janitorial Crew Supervisor when operational needs require.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where compassion, patience, and leadership can change lives, we'd love to hear from you.

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What is the work location for this position at National Center on Institutions and Alternatives?
This job at National Center on Institutions and Alternatives is located in Windsor Mill, MD, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at National Center on Institutions and Alternatives?
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What employment applies to this position at National Center on Institutions and Alternatives?
National Center on Institutions and Alternatives lists this position under the following employment categories:
  • Alternate-schedule
  • Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at National Center on Institutions and Alternatives?
National Center on Institutions and Alternatives is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by National Center on Institutions and Alternatives for this role?
National Center on Institutions and Alternatives offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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