Employment Life Coach

Position Summary
 The Employment/Life Coach supports Augie Access students and facilitates community engagement with Go Beyond adults as they pursue greater independence at work and in daily life. Guided by Augustana University’s commitment to service, community, and shared humanity, this role provides individualized coaching that strengthens confidence, builds practical skills, and promotes meaningful participation in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one coaching focused on job readiness, résumé development, interview preparation, and workplace skill-building.
• Support life-skill development, including communication, organization, self-advocacy, and problem-solving.
• Co-teach Employment Seminars in the Augie Access program
• Assist individuals in navigating transportation, scheduling, and community resources to support daily independence.
• Implement Person-Center Planning (PCP) practices to guide individuals in creating a vision for the future and a plan of action to achieve that vision.
• Partner with employers to encourage inclusive hiring practices, ensure appropriate accommodations, and promote long-term workplace success.
• Track individual progress and maintain accurate documentation in alignment with program expectations.
• Encourage personal growth through positive reinforcement, mentorship, and relationship-centered guidance.
• Facilitate community engagement through identifying volunteer opportunities, scheduling enrichment activities and promoting Augustana events. 
• Communicate regularly with Augie Access supervisor and Go Beyond pilot director.
• Partner with employers to identify and arrange internship placements for Augie Access students.
• Supervise Augie Access students’ internship experiences.

 Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, education, social sciences, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities or in employment support is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated patience, compassion, professionalism, and respect for individual dignity.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
• Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to applicable state and program guidelines.

Work Environment
 This role includes travel to job sites and community locations. Some evening or weekend hours may be needed to support participant goals and scheduling.

This part-time (up to 25 hours per week) position will be posted and opened until filled, with the hope of filling the position as soon as possible. Interested applicants are asked to complete an Augustana University employment application and to provide a resume, and cover letter. These application materials are to be sent electronically to humanresources@augie.edu. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact liz.vanwesten@augie.edu.

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Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.