Employment Specialist | $21.00 - $23.63 / hour

Easterseals Midwest•Maryland Heights, MO

11h•$21 - $24

About The Position

Easterseals leads the way to full equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and our community. As an Employment Specialist at Easterseals, you will help unlock strengths, discover passions and develop employment skills so those with disabilities can find a job they love! The Employment Specialist supports individuals with disabilities in gaining competitive employment. This position assesses skills; assists with career exploration, discovery and planning activities; teaches employment-related skills through pre-employment training; and provides on-the-job and retention supports. Ensures supports provided meet organizational guidelines, funder requirements and accreditation standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Knowledge of individuals with disabilities required
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required
Ability to obtain a class E license and have reliable transportation
Only candidate's who upload their resume will be considered for position

Nice To Haves

College coursework in human services or business-related field preferred
At least one year of experience working with individuals within the human services field preferred
Experience working in employment services preferred
At least one year of experience working in customer service or sales preferred

Responsibilities

Assesses skills
Assists with career exploration, discovery and planning activities
Teaches employment-related skills through pre-employment training
Provides on-the-job and retention supports
Ensures supports provided meet organizational guidelines, funder requirements and accreditation standards