What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Employment Support Specialist position at Transylvania Vocational Services?
🌟 Join Our Team as a Job Coach! 🌟
Do you love cheering people on and helping them reach their goals? Are you the type of person who sees potential everywhere and believes everyone deserves the chance to shine at work? If so — we’d love to have you on our team!
As a Job Coach, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting individuals with disabilities as they explore career opportunities, learn new skills, and thrive in the workplace. You’ll also partner with local employers to create inclusive job opportunities that bring out the best in both employees and businesses.
What You’ll Be Doing (the fun stuff!)
- 🎯 Cheerleader & Coach – Guide individuals through job applications, interviews, and workplace success.
- 🧩 Matchmaker – Connect participants’ talents and goals with the perfect employer and work environment.
- 💡 Skill Builder – Teach job skills, workplace etiquette, and social know-how in ways that empower independence.
- 🌍 Community Connector – Build great relationships with local businesses and show them the value of inclusive workplaces.
- 🚀 Problem Solver – Jump in when job duties change or challenges pop up, helping participants adapt and succeed.
- 📝 Storyteller – Keep track of progress with documentation that captures the impact of your work.
What We’re Looking For
- A positive, can-do attitude (you believe every challenge is an opportunity).
- Flexibility to roll with the punches — every day is different!
- Someone who enjoys building connections and working with people.
- A continuous learner who loves picking up new ideas and skills.
- Physical ability to be active on the job (think bending, lifting up to 25 lbs, working in different environments, and helping participants at job sites).
Why You’ll Love It Here
✨ Every day, you’ll see the direct impact of your work.
✨ You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
✨ You’ll help create opportunities that change lives — and have fun doing it!
This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to empower people, build stronger communities, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a human services field, special education, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working with adults with disabilities.
- Have time management and organization skills with the demonstrated ability to work a flexible schedule according to participants’ training needs and work schedule, which can include some nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Possess basic computer proficiency.
- Have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Acceptable background and sex offender registry check, negative drug test, and no substantial findings on the NC Health Care Registry.
Why TVS?
At TVS, we’re more than just a production facility — we’re a mission-driven team that values people. Here’s what we offer:
- 💵 Competitive Pay
- ❤️ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 🌴 Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 📈 Opportunities for Growth & Advancement
- 💬 Supportive and Inclusive Workplace
Salary : $18 - $20