Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Are you passionate about helping people achieve independence, confidence, and meaningful employment? Miami Lighthouse is seeking a dedicated Employment Success Coach to support transition-age youth and adults who are blind or visually impaired as they prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys coaching, mentoring, teaching, and empowering others to reach their full potential.
Position Overview
The Employment Success Coach works directly with students participating in Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and adults seeking employment. The successful candidate will provide individualized coaching, workplace readiness training, job exploration, and ongoing support to help participants develop the skills needed to succeed in today's workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and group coaching to youth and adults preparing for employment.
- Teach workplace readiness and essential soft skills, including:
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Self-advocacy
- Interviewing skills
- Assist participants with career exploration and identifying employment goals.
- Support job seekers with résumé development, job applications, and interview preparation.
- Build relationships with local employers and community partners to identify employment opportunities.
- Conduct job coaching and follow-up support to promote successful job retention.
- Maintain accurate documentation and participant progress records.
- Collaborate with families, educators, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and community partners to support participant success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
- Experience working with youth, adults with disabilities, workforce development programs, or vocational services.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
- Ability to motivate, mentor, and support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Passion for helping others achieve independence and meaningful employment.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- Believes in the potential of every individual.
- Enjoys teaching and mentoring rather than simply placing people in jobs.
- Is creative, resourceful, and solution-oriented.
- Finds fulfillment in helping others build confidence and achieve success.
- Values inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment.
Join Our Mission
For more than 95 years, Miami Lighthouse has empowered children and adults who are blind or visually impaired to lead independent and productive lives. If you are committed to making a difference and helping others achieve their employment goals, we would love to hear from you.
Become an Employment Success Coach and help change lives—one success story at a time.
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- workforce development programs: 2 years (Required)
- vocational services: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Miami, FL 33130 (Required)
Work Location: In person
