Employment Consultant

Description

Do you want to work for a company where you will make a difference in the lives of others EVERY SINGLE DAY? At Vadis, you will help community partners become more inclusive by assisting individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment opportunities in their communities. You will work with supportive co‑workers and passionate leadership that will help you grow and advance.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with businesses, school districts, state partners, and other agencies to further Vadis’ mission.

• Excellent customer service and communications with clients, families, employers, educators, funders, and the community
• Facilitation of referral meetings and intake of clients, including explanation of services and skill/vocational assessment
• Facilitation of person‑centered planning to assist clients in meeting their overall employment goals
• Assistance of clients in building work readiness, social, and self‑advocacy skills through work experiences, individual coaching, and community activities
• Development of relationships with the business community to secure jobs for people with disabilities
• Facilitation of client job starts and provision of on‑site training and guidance to both the client and their supervisors/coworkers

• This is a full‑time position with a starting wage of $25.50 per hour; not a remote position
• Full salary range $25.50–$30.28 per hour with opportunities for professional growth
• Medical/vision, dental, and life insurance coverage at low premium cost to employees; dependent coverage available at employee cost
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% company match (match available after one year of employment)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Business mileage reimbursement currently $0.60/mile
• Vacation accrual begins at $0.027 per paid hour
• Sick leave accrues at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked
• Client job start incentive bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Ten paid holidays for 2026

Hours of work typically run Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Employees are expected to be flexible for evening and/or weekend assignments as needed based on client caseload.

• Ability and desire to work respectfully with people with disabilities
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals from a variety of backgrounds
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Personal use of a vehicle with proper insurance coverage due to variances in client work hours and worksites
• Driver’s license with a favorable driving record
• Ability to pass initial and ongoing criminal background checks

Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intent of Vadis to comply with all Federal and State laws concerning non‑discrimination, equal employment and service opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person, or any other characteristic protected by law.