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How much do developmental disabilities coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for developmental disabilities coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a developmental disabilities coach?

A Developmental Disabilities Coach supports individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence and improving life skills. They work closely with clients to develop personalized plans, provide guidance on daily activities, and encourage social and personal growth. Coaches may also assist with job training, community integration, and accessing resources. Their goal is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives while ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment.

What are the typical challenges a developmental disabilities coach faces, and how are they addressed in the workplace?

Developmental Disabilities Coaches often work with clients who have diverse and complex needs, which can sometimes present behavioral, communication, or motivational challenges. To address this, coaches receive ongoing training, collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams (such as therapists, educators, and family members), and utilize evidence-based strategies tailored to each individual. The work environment encourages regular team meetings and supervision to discuss cases, share resources, and troubleshoot difficulties. This collaborative approach helps ensure coaches are well-supported and able to provide the highest quality of care and guidance to their clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a developmental disabilities coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Developmental Disabilities Coach, you need a background in social work, psychology, or special education, supported by relevant experience or certifications such as CPR/First Aid and possibly a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential. Familiarity with individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior tracking software, and crisis intervention techniques is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to motivate and communicate effectively with clients and families help set candidates apart. These competencies are crucial as they ensure individualized support, progress tracking, and positive outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Infographic showing various Developmental Disabilities Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional

Love and Loyalty Home Care LLC

Kilmarnock, VA • On-site

$22 - $33/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Are you the kind of person who can lead a team, solve problems, encourage others, and still keep compassion at the center of everything you do? Love & Loyalty Home Care is growing our developmental disability services program, and we are looking for someone who wants to do more than simply supervise. We want a leader, coach, advocate, and team builder who is ready to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
What Will You Be Doing?
You will be an important part of making sure our services are safe, meaningful, person-centered, and actually making a difference.
Your day may include:
• Coaching and supporting our Direct Support Professionals.
• Helping staff become more confident and successful in their roles.
• Reviewing Individualized Service Plans and service documentation.
• Checking that individual goals are being supported and followed.
• Supporting assessments and service planning.
• Identifying training and support needs.
• Working with individuals, families, support coordinators, schools, and healthcare professionals.
• Visiting service locations and seeing services in action.
• Helping solve problems when challenges come up.
• Supporting quality improvement and better ways of doing things.
• Making sure the people we serve are treated with dignity, respect, and kindness.
What Do You Bring?
We are looking for someone with:
• A bachelor's degree in a human-services field, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Rehabilitation, Sociology, Nursing, or a related field.
• At least one year of direct experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of developmental disability services and person-centered care.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Confidence in coaching and supporting staff.
• Good documentation and follow-through skills.
• A collaborative and respectful approach.
• Ability to travel to service locations when needed.
• Qualifications that meet Virginia requirements for developmental-services supervision and Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional responsibilities, including applicable credentials and required Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services training.
You Might Be Our Person If...
You have experience with:
• Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional responsibilities
• Developmental disability supervision
• Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
• Medicaid developmental disability services
• Individualized Service Plans
• Person-centered planning
• Direct Support Professional training or supervision
• Working with children or adolescents with developmental disabilities
What Kind of Leader Are We Looking For?
We are looking for someone who can lead without losing the human touch.
Someone who can say:
"Let's figure this out."
Someone who can encourage a staff member having a difficult day.
Someone who can listen to a family.
Someone who can advocate for an individual.
And someone who isn't afraid to ask:
"How can we do this better?"
If that sounds like you, we may have a place for you on our team.
Why Love & Loyalty?
Because work is more rewarding when you know why you are doing it. You'll have the opportunity to help grow a new developmental disability program in the Northern Neck, support an amazing team, work alongside families and community partners, and help create services that people can truly count on.Bring your experience. Bring your ideas. Bring your heart. We'll build the rest together.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're qualified, passionate, dependable, and ready to make your leadership count, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and let's make a difference together.
Love & Loyalty Home Care LLC
Where good care starts with good people.