Employment Specialist

and the job listing Expires on February 21, 2026

Make a meaningful impact by helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities find and succeed in competitive employment. As an Employment Specialist, you’ll use a customized employment approach to provide job coaching, training, and ongoing support helping both employees and employers thrive.

This is a relationship-driven role where your ability to build trust, communicate effectively, and foster independence directly contributes to long-term workplace success.

• Purpose-driven work with visible, life-changing impact
• Competitive pay starting at $20.00 to $22.00 per hour
• Full-time hours 30 to 40 per week
• Health, dental and vision insurance for full-time employees at $50.00 per pay period.
• 401K with 50% match per dollar up to 5%
• Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Opportunity to build professional skills in coaching, advocacy, and workforce development

• Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, Florida
• Local travel required
• A fuel stipend of $30.00 to $40.00 per week depending on regular weekly hours is added to each biweekly paycheck.

• Prepare participants for workplace success
• Provide on-the-job coaching, training, and accommodations
• Support independence, skill-building, and professional growth
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with Employer Partners
• Develop individualized employment and support plans
• Monitor progress, document outcomes, and provide feedback
• Coordinate travel training and workplace supports, as needed
• Collaborate with staff and other professionals
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Social Work, Psychology, Education, Special Education, Mental Health, etc.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office
• Background screening required

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Job coaching, advocacy, or counseling experience
• Familiarity with customized employment strategies
• Ability to work with diverse populations and learning styles

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

The de Moya Foundation is dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through meaningful employment and community inclusion.

Employment is contingent upon grant or contract funding. This position is at-will.