JOB COACH/EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST 

Required for

EmployAbility CORK

We are a Supported Employment Service for job seekers with disabilities, mental health difficulties and members of the traveller community.

We currently have opportunities for a number of full-time and part-time Job Coach Roles.

Person Specification:

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education is essential
• Relevant Third Level Qualification is a distinct advantage in; Adult Guidance / Business / HR / Recruitment
• Experience of working with people with a disability and/or people with mental health difficulties
• Experience of using recruitment and employment principles, methods, techniques, and resources
• Experience networking with employers
• An awareness of and familiarity with the issues relating to employment for those facing significant barriers to employment
• Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart confidential information
• Ability to handle crises that may arise unexpectedly
• Excellent IT skills to include ability to use Microsoft Office, Cloud Technology, and other technologies through desktop sites via computer and remotely through mobile applications are essential
• Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post
• A high level of professionalism is required for this post, and confidentiality is of utmost importance
• Full clean driving licence and means of transport is essential for the position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct an individual assessment to identify the client’s career path
• Conduct meetings with the client and other stakeholders to determine the client’s employment aspirations, experiences, abilities, skills, and potential obstacles to employment.
• Establish a rapport with the client and develop a positive working relationship.
• Ensure that the client is an active participant in all phases of their job search
• Identify potential employment opportunities
• Market EmployAbility Cork and its client’s abilities to potential employers
• Prepare CV’s to best market client’s abilities to potential employers
• Source job interviews for the client and prepare them to succeed at interview
• Liaise with employers, negotiating terms and conditions of employment
• Act as an advocate for the client where necessary
• Provide supports to the employer, supervisor, and co-workers
• Mentor clients to help them become integrated and independent in the workplace
• Support employers to integrate their new employees into the workplace
• Assist in resolution of workplace issues for the client
• Report on a regular basis regarding client’s progress
• Respond immediately when issues arise concerning the clients well being
• Maintain high professional standards and confidentiality at all times
• Provide full administrative reporting service based on client activity and progression
• Liaise with relevant organisations to support client’s labour market needs
• Carry out any other function relevant to the position of Employment Facilitator as indicated from time to time

Applications should be made by emailing current CV to: info@employabilitycork.ie

Closing date for applications is 5pm Friday 30th May 2025

EmployAbility Cork is an equal opportunities employer