Job Details

Make a difference. Build a career. Support your community.

Full Life is seeking a full-time Employment Program Coordinator to join our team at a dynamic non-profit organization on Hawaii Island. This position plays a critical role in supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities by managing services, supervising staff, and promoting person-centered, community-based support, job coaching/development, and supervising job coaches. This role also coordinates pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS) for high school students with disabilities. If you're passionate about making a lasting impact and want a stable, rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you!

Full Life is seeking a full-time Employment Services Coordinator to join our dynamic team at a flourishing non-profit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities on Hawai'i Island. This position supports individuals island-wide and supervises staff providing employment-related services.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervising Employment Services Direct Support Professionals
• Providing ongoing job coaching services, including on-the-job training and systematic instruction
• Leading person-centered employment planning
• Facilitating job development, job carving, or customization
• Negotiating with prospective employers
• Supporting self-employment efforts, including business planning and identifying opportunities
• Conducting worksite visits to assess and address individual or employer needs
• Monitoring and evaluating individual job performance
• Advising individuals on employment maintenance and problem-solving
• Training participants in communicating work support and accommodation needs
• Assessing need for basic job aids and referring for assistive technology services
• Coordinating referrals for financial literacy and budgeting services
• Providing information and training on benefits counseling
• Training participants in using public or paratransit transportation
• Supporting career advancement planning
• Coordinating services with the Department of Education (DOE) and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
• Developing and implementing instruction for self-advocacy, work readiness training, job exploration counseling, and post-secondary education
• Supporting students with career exploration and obtaining community-based work-based learning experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school is required. A degree in a related field is preferred.
• If a bachelor's degree is outside of the Human Services or Education fields of study, one year of verifiable experience working with persons with disabilities is required.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred

Employment Requirements:

• HI State criminal background check
• CAN clearance
• Negative TB clearance
• CPR & First Aid certification
• Valid driver's license and current insurance
• Verification of education

Benefits

At Full Life, we believe in empowering our team to thrive. We offer comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and professional development:

• Full-time, salaried position based in Kailua-Kona | Pay between $50,000 - $55,000 a year
• New hire bonus $1,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time employees
• 3% 401(k) match after 90 days of employment
• Health insurance or $200 monthly health stipend (if covered elsewhere)
• Cell phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonuses (up to $500)
• Student loan repayment assistance ($50/month)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care
• Bonuses are given when organizational goals are met
• Regular team-building activities with the Full Life 'Ohana
• Ongoing career and mentorship opportunities
• Incentives for completing and maintaining training requirements

If you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application today!
To expedite the process, please call our Kona office at (808) ###-#### after submitting your application to discuss the next steps.

We look forward to meeting you!

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Full Life is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Full Life is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application process, interviews, and throughout employment. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at ...@fulllifehawaii.org, and we will work with you to ensure that your needs are met.