Supporting Adults with Special Needs in the Jewish Community since 1993.
At ETTA, You Will
Inspire & Support Adults with Autism
and Other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Join the ETTA Family
Since 1993, ETTA non-profit has been supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in the Los Angeles Jewish Community.
Now Hiring for the position of:
Title: Life Skills Coach / Direct Support Professional / Job Coach
Location: Hancock Park Area
Schedule: Mondays - Fridays, 8 a.m. to Noon (part time)
"Your Heart Is Your Resume"
(No experience required. Paid training provided)
"The Most Meaningful & Rewarding Job I've Ever Had!"
What matters at ETTA is each other.
ETTA , a unique and respected non-profit, has been making a positive difference in the lives of adults intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1993. You may have heard about us in the media or come across our website. Now you can be part of the ETTA story!
Whether this is your calling - or a way to finally have a meaningful job - we are seeking positive, genuine, supportive individuals to join the ETTA family.
What is a
"Job Coach" / "Life Skills Coach"?
Do you remember how amazing it felt to land your first job? Or the satisfaction of getting a new job that was more rewarding and meaningful? A paycheck does so much more for a person than adding numbers to their bank account. It can give a person a sense of self-value and achievement.
As a " Job Coach " / "Life Skills Coach" in ETTA's Employment Services department, you will play a key role in paving the way for your client (an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities) to accomplish their employment goals and succeed in the workplace. In other words, your job is to help them discover their job. You will never forget the look on their face when they are told the good news - "You're hired!"

• You will be matched with one of our clients (an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as autism).
• The two of you will work together (one-on-one | 1:1), searching for the right job.
• Your time together will be at a variety of different locations, whether at a Job Center, Community Library, College Campus ... or job searching at their residence, coffeehouse, or even a park on their laptop computer. You two will also visit different storefronts and other businesses in in the local community, checking out interesting job openings and meeting hiring managers.
• One of the first and most important activities you will do when starting to work with your client is to simply get to know each other and build a friendly, comfortable, and trusting relationship. A good Job Coach will find a way to motivate their client to open up about their unexplored employment goals and make them feel comfortable going after ANY job without preconceived limitations. The goal is not to pursue all jobs - but the right job that recognizes their talents, grows their skills, and is meaningful for them.
• As your client's Job Coach, you will teach, mentor, and guide them as you navigate the job market. This will involve: Creating or editing their resume with them, teaching them how to write a good cover letter, showing them where to find jobs online and offline, etc. You will discuss tips for having a successful job interview and have fun practicing interviewing techniques prior to the exciting appointment.
• When your client gets hired - or if they are already employed when you are first matched up by ETTA, instead of job hunting, you will be on the jobsite with them to ensure they have a successful experience.
• Your days will not be entirely filled with job-related tasks. You will make plenty of time to enjoy fun and entertaining activities, such as outdoor recreation, your client's hobbies, social activities, exploring the local community, special events, and more!
• Ultimately, you will play a vital role in guiding and inspiring your client toward achieving professional and personal goals and growing more independent.

As a member of the ETTA team, you will be truly appreciated as you help make someone's world a better place. ETTA staff supports, guides, mentors, and inspires our clients to achieve their goals and live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives each and every day! (Learn more, and see photos and videos on the ETTA website.)
As a "Job Coach" / "Life Skills Coach"
you will inspire and guide an individual with special needs
to realize the possibilities, expand their horizons,
and achieve their goals.
Become the Positive Difference
in the
Life of Another
* * *
Being personable, positive, patient,
genuine, engaging, enthusiastic, creative, interested
... and friendly
is more important than your resume.
INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH.
Learn more on ETTA's website
See a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page.
Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department:
Jerry@etta.org
Or call (818) 985-3882, ext. 305
*Applicants must:
(1) Male (for religious purposes)
(2) Be at least 21 years of age;
(3) Have a valid driver license, insured vehicle, and willing to drive with client;
(4) Pass a Live Scan (DOJ/FBI) background check
*Starting rate of pay - $19 per hour
ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer
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