UT Employment Specialist - PT

About RISE

RISE is an innovative human services network originally established in 1987 for the purpose of moving individuals living in institutions into family settings. Since that time, services have grown to support children, adults, and families with a variety of needs across multiple states.

We are hiring a Job Coach / Employment Specialist to assist clients with finding and keeping jobs, working with Vocational Rehab and other state entities to secure competitive employment for individuals with disabilities.

• Assist clients in developing job search plans and job readiness skills.

• Collaborate with Vocational Rehab, state agencies, and community partners to connect clients with job opportunities.

• Provide coaching and support to clients throughout the job placement and retention process.

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Experience in sales and/or marketing is a plus.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass a criminal background screening.
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle to be used for transporting individuals, acceptable Driving Record, and current automobile insurance that meets minimum requirements of RISE insurance policies.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods:

• Dedicated fax:
• Dedicated email: hrdept
• US mail: 4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206 – Attn Human Resources
• Dedicated phone: (DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY)

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.