Employment Specialist

Position: Employment Specialist (Full-Time).

Pay: $21.63 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week, with some nights and weekends

Job Description:

• Support: Assist adults with disabilities in their jobs and career planning.
• Career Development: Provide on-the-job training and assessment and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Community Engagement: Build relationships with local businesses, clubs, and organizations to support employment services.
• Support Networks: Help individuals develop friendships and connections in their community.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to agency policies, local, state, and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure stability and growth in the service area.
• Monitor and support individuals' health, safety, and medical needs.
• Facilitate job readiness training, employment assessment, job placement, and follow-along services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses and organizations.
• Address and resolve employment barriers and community integration issues.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Employee, Employee Child, Employee Spouse, or Family coverage.
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
• Holiday Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Training & Continuing Education
• Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience: 2 years in employment services, sales, marketing, or public relations preferred. 1 year of direct service experience preferred.