Employment Specialist

Job description

At AbleLight, we believe the world shines brighter when people with developmental disabilities achieve their full potential. We pioneer life-changing services that empower the people we serve to thrive. The Employment Specialist is a key team member of our expanded supported employment mission to provide a sense of purpose and community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role is responsible for building a pipeline of business and clientele for employment services, performing as a job coach to new clients, and ensuring proper documentation and compliance. Requirements: • Bachelors’ Degree in related field or commensurate experience • Two years of relevant experience with 6 months of IDD experience • Valid drivers license • Ability to pass a background check • Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, as needed, including occasional evenings and weekends. Benefits: • Health and Wellness: Medical/Dental/Vision benefits after 30 days of employment and access to Teledoc • Any Day Pay: get paid at any time after you've worked a shift • Financial Wellness: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 3.5% matching contributions, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Account, and Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance • Work/Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) • Tuition Reimbursements • Ongoing training to support Career Development • $19.50/hr Responsibilities: • Identify, develop, and maintain positive community and business relationships for the purpose of finding people gainful employment and advancement that provides a meaningful experience. • Identify secure new clients to receive employment services through AbleLight. • Develop a pipeline of clients by forming strategic partnerships with School Districts to develop and implement pre-employment transition services. • Maintain positive and open lines of communications with employers / businesses to identify areas of success and opportunity. Partner with them to effectively remove employment barriers and resolve issues related to community integration and independence for people with disabilities. • Coordinate with School districts and Colleges to develop and promote pre-employment transition services, ultimately building a pipeline of clients. • Maintain cooperative working relationships with the vocational rehabilitation division and other funding and referral sources. • Responsible for timely and thorough program / case documentation • Follows licensing regulations, agency policies, best practices, and protection of individual rights. • Observe, evaluate, and record job performance to make recommendations concerning goals and objectives • All other duties assigned Be part of a team who enhances the lives of our individuals in every way possible. Apply today and make a difference in your community! BLC123