Employment Specialist - Henderson

Employment Specialist is responsible for providing job development and placement services, job coaching, job support counseling, and follow-up services to individuals who require specialized assistance to become job ready as well as to obtain and maintain employment.

• Conduct program orientation for participants entering services or a new program of services in accordance with agency and CARF standards.
• Review case files and progress of person supported and assist in developing or adjusting individualized goal plans; accordingly recommend admissions actions.
• Coordinate and chair regular staffings with referral sources, persons supported, family members, or other relevant parties to provide feedback regarding services.
• Interpret and implement Individual Plan for Employment (IPE’s) and conduct assessments to identify barriers and strengths that inform the IPE process.
• Provide instruction or counseling in job maintenance and retention, work related skills or behaviors, and additional areas related to employment based on individual needs.
• Develop and coordinate job tours, job shadowing, job sampling, on-the-job situational assessment, supplemental evaluation, and other similar community services.
• Determine and coordinate ancillary services for persons supported as well as inform or promote individual rights of persons supported.
• Establish positive relationships with clients, families, employers, community, referral source agencies, and colleagues.
• Coordinate transfer of cases to LTVS staff as appropriate.
• Demonstrate the ability to engage with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders through clear and concise verbal and written communication.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in human services or a related field. High School Diploma may be accepted with direct experience.
• Two years’ experience in rehabilitation or providing services to persons with disabilities required. Equivalent combination of education/experience will be eligible.

• Must have a valid NC Driver’s License and a clean driving record adhering to agency standards.
• This position requires the use of your personal vehicle on a routine basis. (CWS reimburses for mileage.)
• Must pass the NC background check (criminal and drug screening).

• Must be able to lift 10-25 lbs.
• Must be able to handle sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00 / hour

• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan

Community Workforce Solutions is a private, non-profit organization that has served multiple counties in NC for decades. Community Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, gender and gender identity, nationality and origin, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, and experiences.

We are accredited by the Commission for Accreditation for Rehabilitation (CARF).

Join our caring team today!