Pre-Employment Specialist

Be Part of our Circle. We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

This is a full‑time Monday‑Friday position with traditional daytime hours. Pre‑Employment Specialists earn $22/hour.

• Support and provide instructional training for participants to prepare them for competitive employment.
• Manage a caseload of up to 5–8 individuals.
• Prepare and submit documentation and paperwork according to established time frames and guidelines.
• Foster relationships and manage clear, ongoing communication with all parties, including participants and families, internal teams, and funders.
• Build a professional network and beneficial contacts across the business community.
• Maintain a balance of billable and non‑billable time at 85% or higher throughout the fiscal year.

• You’ll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands‑on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well‑being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• Student loan repayment assistance:
  Full‑time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details.

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience—preferably supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Some college education; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Solid time‑management, communication, decision‑making, and negotiation skills—to ensure the provision of safe, high‑quality support.
• Effective, professional communication skills.
• Familiarity with word processing software, database products, email, and smartphones.
• Ability to obtain CPR/first‑aid certification—provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Join our circle. Apply today. About St. Louis Arc:
Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have placed their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 500+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.