Job coaching

Individualized Job Coaching

ARS Pathways provides hands-on, one-on-one job coaching that helps individuals with developmental disabilities learn their job, meet employer expectations, and build lasting independence at work.

What job coaching means

Support That Goes Where the Work Is

Job coaching isn't classroom training — it's real support in a real workplace. Our job coaches work side-by-side with employees to help them understand their duties, navigate workplace culture, and grow more confident and independent over time.

We provide job readiness coaching to all of our consumers, including arriving on time, meeting deadlines, working independently and with others, and dressing for success. Our goal in helping each individual excel in the work environment creates a confident, job-ready workforce — and opens up more opportunities with our employer partners.

NLACRC-Approved

ARS Pathways is a Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP) provider approved by the North Los Angeles County Regional Center. Our job coaching services align with NLACRC's standards and expectations.

NLACRC-Approved Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP)

San Fernando, Santa Clarita & Antelope Valleys

Areas of support

What Our Job Coaches Help With

Learning specific job duties and tasks
Following workplace procedures and routines
Understanding employer expectations
Time management and punctuality
Workplace communication and professional behavior
Customer service skills
Workplace safety awareness
Problem solving and handling challenges
Transportation and workplace navigation
Building independence and reducing support over time
Maintaining employment and long-term retention

NLACRC alignment

Consistent With Regional Center Standards

NLACRC describes job coaching as on-the-job support that helps consumers learn job duties, follow instructions, meet employer expectations, receive redirection, and advocate for themselves. ARS Pathways job coaching is designed to meet and reflect these standards — ensuring that our services align with what regional center teams and families expect.

NLACRC-Approved Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP)

Learn More About Job Coaching at ARS

Whether you're a Service Coordinator, family member, or employer, we're happy to explain how our job coaching works and how it can support your consumer or employee.