EmployAbility – October 2025

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Hey job seekers! Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to a more inclusive and understanding workplace? Whether you’re looking for your dream job or the perfect volunteer opportunity, we’re sharing employment and volunteer opportunities and resources in the Tennessee disability community. Join us in embracing a future where every person has the opportunity to contribute their strengths and talents.

Employment Opportunities
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The State of Tennessee is Hiring! 
Eligibility Assistant – Houston County

Location: Erin, TN
Apply by: October 20, 2025
Salary: $2,581–$3,226/month
Type: Full-time, on-site
Department: Human Services

Help support families by assisting with benefit eligibility. Requires a high school diploma and 2 years of clerical or customer service experience—or 1 year as an Eligibility Clerk with the State of Tennessee.

Note: Background check required.

🔗 More info & apply here

IDD Direct Support Professional – Davidson County
Location: Nashville, TN
Apply by: October 13, 2025
Salary: $2,581–$3,226/month
Type: Full-time, on-site
Department: Disability and Aging

Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community home setting. Help with daily care, safety, and personal goals.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Background check and motor vehicle screening

🔗 More info & apply here

Developmental Services Program Coordinator 2 – Davidson County
Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid: in-office & remote)
Apply by: October 13, 2025
Salary: $4,562–$5,694/month
Type: Full-time
Department: Disability and Aging

Coordinate programs that support people with developmental disabilities. This role involves working with families, providers, and staff to ensure services are effective, safe, and meet individual needs.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of related experience
  • Or equivalent experience in place of education
  • Background check and valid driver’s license (some positions)

🔗 More info & apply here

*To find more state job listings, click this link. 

Employment Education Opportunities

nformational graphic announcing a new Tennessee Academic Behavior Specialist Certification program. The design features bold text at the top reading “NEW: TN Academic Behavior Specialist Certification” in blue and yellow. Below, details are listed in bullet points: the program is free for Tennessee-licensed teachers, includes six self-paced online modules over one semester, offers up to 90 hours of professional development credit, is grant-funded, and includes outreach through town halls. A section titled “Why It Matters” explains that many teachers have never had a special education course and this training could improve classroom experiences. At the bottom, a yellow banner highlights “LIMITED SPOTS: 630 total in initial pilot.”

Academic Behavioral Specialist (ABS) Certificate Program
In partnership with Trevecca Nazarene University, this free program helps Tennessee teachers support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers PD hours and covers trauma-informed practices, classroom strategies, and inclusive teaching.

Topics include:

  • Teaching strategies
  • Assessment and intervention
  • Classroom tech
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Behavior support
  • Collaboration with special ed teams

This training benefits all students and helps reduce the risk of children entering state custody.

📩 Contact us to learn more!