Employment Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title:

Employment Specialist

Location:

Nevada, Missouri Department:
Employment Services

Employment Type:

Full Time

Are you passionate about helping others achieve greater independence and success? As an Employment Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by helping individuals identify career goals, secure employment, and build long-term success in the workplace. Join our compassionate and collaborative team where you'll develop relationships throughout the community, support individuals in reaching their full potential, enjoy a dynamic work environment, and play a vital role in changing lives.

We're looking for a motivated professional with strong communication skills, relationship-building abilities, customer service expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping others thrive. In this role, you will partner with individuals to explore career opportunities, develop personalized employment plans, connect with employers, and provide ongoing support to promote job retention and success. You'll work closely with clients, employers, referral sources, and community partners while serving as an advocate and resource throughout the employment journey.

This position combines career coaching, community engagement, job development, and direct support services to help individuals overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals. This position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture
  - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits
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• Assist clients with individualized career planning to identify strengths, interests, abilities, and employment goals
• Develop employer partnerships and create competitive, integrated employment opportunities within the community
• Provide job placement, coaching, and retention support to help clients achieve long-term vocational success
• Teach and reinforce effective job seeking, workplace readiness, and job retention skills
• Advocate for clients with employers, referral sources, family members, schools, and community stakeholders
• Educate employers on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and facilitate workplace accommodations when appropriate
• Conduct client orientations and participate in team meetings focused on employment planning and goal achievement
• Maintain communication with referral sources and stakeholders to coordinate services and identify opportunities for collaboration
• Respond to employment-related challenges and provide support during workplace crises when needed
• Travel throughout the community to conduct job development activities, provide supports, and transport clients as required
• Document outcomes and communicate progress, placements, retention efforts, and concerns to leadership
• Adhere to confidentiality standards, contractual requirements, and organizational policies while delivering services

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution preferred
• Minimum of one year of experience providing employment services preferred
• Knowledge of supporting individuals with disabilities and/or barriers to employment, education, or independent living
• Understanding of case management, rehabilitation principles, and community-based support services
• Knowledge of community…