Employment Specialist- Full Time

Brightli • Raytown, MO

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About The Position

The Employment Specialist provides individualized career planning, job development, placement, and retention services for clients. The role works with individuals, employers, referral sources, and community partners to create competitive employment opportunities and support long-term vocational success. The Employment Specialist serves as an advocate, educator, and resource, helping clients navigate employment and achieve meaningful community integration.

This position is based in Raytown, Missouri, and has a Monday–Friday schedule with flexible hours in Central Time. The role involves travel throughout the community for job development, employment support, and client transportation when needed. The employer describes a supportive workplace culture focused on employee well-being, belonging, and connection.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance.
• Successful completion of criminal background, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint screening requirements.
• Knowledge of supporting individuals with disabilities and individuals experiencing barriers to employment, education, or independent living.
• Understanding of case management, rehabilitation principles, and employment support services.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders and available community resources.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, internet-based platforms, and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to market services, develop employer partnerships, and promote employment opportunities within the community.
• Ability to respond effectively to workplace challenges and support clients in achieving vocational success.
• Ability to perform sedentary work with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds; repetitive hand, finger, and arm use; extended sitting; occasional standing and walking; and community travel and client transportation as required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least one year of experience providing employment services.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized career plans that align with clients’ strengths, interests, abilities, and employment goals.
• Connect clients with competitive employment opportunities through job development, employer engagement, and community networking.
• Teach and reinforce job-seeking, interviewing, workplace readiness, and job retention skills.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers to identify hiring needs and create employment opportunities for clients.
• Advocate for clients with employers, family members, referral sources, and community partners to support successful employment outcomes.
• Assist clients with benefits planning and informed decision-making regarding employment, work hours, and compensation.
• Facilitate orientations and provide ongoing vocational counseling, guidance, and support throughout the employment process.
• Educate employers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and assist with workplace accommodations as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with treatment teams and stakeholders to support client success.
• Respond to workplace challenges or crises and support successful job retention.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and provide updates regarding employment outcomes and client progress.
• Travel throughout the community for job development activities, employment supports, and client transportation when needed.
• Provide on-site and off-site employment supports as necessary.
• Complete other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for employees and their households at no cost.
• Mileage reimbursement for work functions requiring travel.
• Employee discounts on hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuition.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits, among others, for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Career advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
• Supportive workplace culture that promotes employee well-being, health, and happiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED