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Employment Specialist for Adults with Developmental Disabilities - North OC

Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Hiring Employment Coaches to support Adults with Developmental Disabilities in North Orange County, CA

Join the Team at the Institute of Applied Behavior Analysis!

Comprehensive PAID training!

Supporting individuals with disabilities in the areas of Orange, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, Harbor City, Lakewood, Cerritos, Westminster, Buena Park, Garden Grove, Long Beach, CA and surrounding areas!

Are you looking for a fulfilling career? Do you want to make a significant impact of positive change to the special needs population?

Enhance your career and join our community-based day services team! You can be a part of a rewarding opportunity to support adults with autism and/or other intellectual disabilities. We’re rapidly expanding and in need of new staff who are eager to grow with the company. Candidates can be experienced or IABA will provide training for highly motivated non-experienced staff! Non-degree holders and folks pivoting their career are encouraged to apply!

As an Employment Coach, you will have more than just a job - you will have the opportunity to directly impact someone’s life for the better! You will support individuals with disabilities and match them with activities, volunteer work, interests, and/or employment.

Every day brings a new experience and opportunity to learn, teach and support while promoting the success of full inclusion in the community! Your daily routine can include:

  • Provide meaningful direct services to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their goals!
  • Support clients with autism and intellectual disabilities in workplaces, schools, and the community
  • Facilitate meaningful community connections through activities and volunteer opportunities
  • Teach independent living skills and promote adaptive behaviors
  • Provide transportation and assist with public transit training
  • Encourage client growth in a fun, supportive environment
  • Have fun!
  • Possess a minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Reliable vehicle, valid CA driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record
  • Provide transportation and assist with mobility training
  • CPR/First Aid and ProAct certification within first two weeks of employment
  • Personal care assistance (restroom assistance/changing diaper, wheelchair assistance, comfortable with ADLs)
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, and lift 25 lbs.
  • Physically assist, guide, and facilitate movement of clients that need assistance (e.g., transfer in/out of wheelchair) and other mobility issues specific to client, and stand or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Successfully pass a Live Scan DOJ/FBI background check
  • Prior training in ABA or direct service is a plus!

Important Details!

  • Monday-Friday Schedule
  • Part-Time and Full-Time opportunities available
  • Schedule: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM/ 9 AM - 3 PM
  • 30 hours/week (Full-time)
  • Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

  • It is the policy of IABA to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Other duties

  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Salary : $20 - $22

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