Job Specialist - DRS

Job Details: Job Location: Fairmont Office - Fairmont, WV, Salary Range: $13.00 - $13.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Specialist – DRS

PACE Enterprises, Inc. | Fairmont, WV

Help someone achieve their vocational and employment goals while building a career of your own!

Do you enjoy helping people learn new skills, gain confidence, and succeed? Are you someone who can encourage others, solve problems, and celebrate small victories?

As a Job Specialist with PACE Enterprises, you’ll help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare for and succeed in competitive employment and life skills. You’ll work directly with participants both at PACE and in the community, helping them learn job skills, adjust to workplace expectations, and build independence.

No previous job coaching experience is required. Paid training provided.

Schedule

Monday-Friday
Daytime hours
No evenings or weekends
Flexible schedule based on participant and employer needs

What You'll Do

Every day is different! You may spend your day helping someone prepare for their first day at work, assessing their needs and abilities, supporting a participant during training, meeting with employers, or coaching someone as they build confidence in their role.

Responsibilities include:

Provide one-on-one coaching and support to adults with disabilities in community employment settings
Teach workplace skills, job duties, and professional expectations
Support participants through onboarding, orientation, and required workplace trainings
Assist individuals with adjusting to new job environments and routines
Help identify solutions when workplace challenges arise
Provide encouragement, positive feedback, and respectful redirection when needed
Observe and document participant progress, skills, and areas for growth
Communicate with employers and team members to support successful employment experiences
Advocate for inclusion and help create positive workplace experiences for individuals with disabilities
Complete required documentation and progress notes using computer-based systems

We're Looking For Someone Who

Enjoys helping others reach their goals
Is patient, encouraging, and able to build strong relationships
Can teach new skills in a clear and supportive way
Is comfortable working independently and managing a schedule
Can problem-solve and think creatively
Represents PACE professionally in the community
Enjoys variety and meeting new people

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel to community job sites
Ability to walk, stand, and assist participants in a variety of work environments
Ability to demonstrate and teach workplace tasks as needed
Ability to accommodate different workplace settings based on participant needs

Why You'll Love This Job

No two days are the same
Build meaningful relationships with participants and employers
Help people reach personal and professional goals
Work independently while being part of a supportive team
Paid training and professional development opportunities
Make a direct impact in your community

If you’re looking for a job where your work matters and you get to see people grow, gain confidence, and achieve things they may not have thought possible, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of a team helping people build brighter futures!
Qualifications: Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required
Previous experience in disability services, education, training, coaching, customer service, healthcare, human services, or employment services is helpful but not required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to provide clear written documentation
Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Ability to travel locally to community work sites and employer locations
Must successfully complete a criminal background check
Must complete agency-paid training, including:

CPR/First Aid
MANDT (behavior management/de-escalation)
Client-specific trainings
Other required agency trainings