Neurodivergent Technical Placement Specialist Job at Transylvania Vocational Services, Brevard, NC

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  • Transylvania Vocational Services
  • Brevard, NC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $50,000

Are you passionate about helping people thrive in the workplace?

Do you believe in creating inclusive opportunities in tech and professional careers?

The AbilIT Job Coach plays a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities as they train for and transition into meaningful roles in IT.

Youll provide tailored support through every stagefrom classroom learning to internships to job placementshelping participants build confidence, independence, and workplace success.

What Youll Do

  • Provide one-on-one coaching to AbilIT participants to support soft skill development, executive functioning, and workplace readiness.
  • Conduct outreach calls to prospective employers to build partnerships and create IT placement opportunities for participants, with an expectation of making 1020 calls per hour to expand the employer network.
  • Promote and market IT-trained participants to potential employers, highlighting their skills and readiness to meet workforce needs.
  • Offer real-time, on-site, and virtual job coaching during internships, job trials, or onboarding with new employers.
  • Support participants in setting goals, overcoming workplace challenges, and understanding employer expectations.
  • Collaborate with instructors, trainers, employers, and family/support teams to create a well-rounded support system.
  • Track progress, capture feedback, and document milestones in a case management system.
  • Advocate for needed accommodations, communication preferences, or accessibility supports.
  • Participate in job development activities such as mock interviews and resume coaching when needed.

What You Bring

  • Associates or Bachelors degree
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience supporting individuals with disabilities, helpful.
  • Knowledge of neurodiversity, autism, learning differences, and assistive technologies.
  • Familiarity with IT workplace expectations (a plus).
  • Excellent communication, patience, organizational, and coaching skills.
  • Proficiency with digital learning platforms, email, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.

Key Competencies

  • Person-Centered Coaching
  • Inclusive & Adaptive Communication
  • Problem Solving & Flexibility
  • Collaboration with Multi-Disciplinary Teams
  • Professionalism & Confidentiality

What Success Looks Like

  • Participants successfully completing training or internships
  • Job placements or certifications achieved
  • Positive employer feedback on coaching support
  • Sustained participant success and retention post-placement

Why Join Us?

Youll be part of a purpose-driven team transforming lives through opportunity, inclusion, and meaningful career pathways. We offer a supportive work culture and the chance to directly impact individuals futures in tech and beyond.

Make a difference. Be a bridge. Apply today to support the next generation of inclusive IT professionals.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Internship, Work at office,

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