Youth Employment & Life Skills Coach - Tampa/Hillsborough County

Now Hiring: Youth Employment & Life Skills Coach (Part-Time | $18.00 to $20.00/hr + Bonus Potential)

Up to 25 hours/week | Flexible hours during and after school

Do you have a passion for helping youth with disabilities build brighter futures? Join Easterseals Florida as a Youth Employment & Life Skills Coach and make a real difference in the lives of students by helping them prepare for and succeed in the workforce.

Position Overview:

In this impactful role, you'll guide high school students with disabilities through employment readiness, job placement, on-the-job training, and life skills development. You’ll work both in classroom settings and one-on-one with students, helping them build confidence, independence, and the tools they need to thrive in competitive employment.

Why Join Easterseals Florida?

• A Great Place to Work: Recognized 5 years in a row (2020–2024)
• Work-Life Balance: Supportive, mission-driven culture
• Make a Difference: Help empower youth and impact your community
• Wellness & Development: Access to live and on-demand professional development, plus our Easterseals Cares Wellness Program

What You'll Do:

• Teach essential workplace and life skills using certified curriculum
• Guide youth through job readiness, job search, and job placement
• Coach and support students during internships, job shadowing, and field experiences
• Provide individualized vocational counseling and self-advocacy training
• Collaborate with schools, families, and local employers

What We're Looking For:

Required:

• Associate’s degree and 2+ years’ experience in vocational rehab, job coaching, placement, or working with persons with disabilities
• Experience supporting individuals with job skills, life skills, and behavioral needs
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel within the area (must meet driver requirements)

Preferred (or willing to obtain within 30 days):

• VR Employment Specialist Certification
• AHLEI Train-the-Trainer Certification
• CPR/First  Aid Certification

Hear From Us:

“At Easterseals, it’s not just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're passionate about equity, inclusion, and empowering others, you belong here.”

Additional Details:

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Location: In-person
Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee referral program

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792