Employment Specialist

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Easterseals leads the way to full equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and our community. Join us, and together, we will make the world a better, brighter, more fulfilling place for all.

We all want to find a career we love. As an Employment Specialist at Easterseals, you will help unlock strengths, discover passions and develop employment skills so those with disabilities can find a job they love! Join us!

The Employment Specialist supports individuals with disabilities in gaining competitive employment. This position assesses skills; assists with career exploration, discovery and planning activities; teaches employment-related skills through pre‑employment training; and provides on‑the‑job and retention supports. Ensures supports provided meet organizational guidelines, funder requirements and accreditation standards.

• Full-time employment opportunities
• Pay based on individual experience
• Yearly raise opportunities
• Job training
• Comprehensive PTO, retirement, and health benefits package for full-time team members

Qualifications for this role include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College coursework in human services or business‑related field preferred.
• Knowledge of individuals with disabilities required.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals within the human services field preferred.
• Experience working in employment services preferred.
• At least one year of experience working in customer service or sales preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.
• Driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation are required.