Employment Specialist

Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri • Cape Girardeau, MO

3d • $36,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri, we believe employment is more than a paycheck—it’s purpose, independence, and confidence. As an Employment Specialist, you’ll help individuals with barriers to employment find meaningful work, build relationships with local employers, and support people as they take real steps forward in their lives. This role is perfect for someone who doesn’t want to sit behind a desk all day—you’ll spend the majority of your time out in the community, making connections and creating opportunities.

This is a fast-paced, people-centered role where no two days look the same.
You will:
Support a caseload of individuals actively seeking and maintaining employment
Build real relationships with clients—helping them identify goals, strengths, and opportunities
Connect with local employers weekly to develop job opportunities tailored to your clients
Spend ~60–65% of your time in the community (job sites, coffee shops, offices, etc.)
Help clients navigate benefits (SSI, Medicaid, etc.) and understand how employment impacts them
Provide ongoing support to help clients get—and keep—jobs
Collaborate with a supportive team to problem-solve and celebrate wins
Document services and progress in a timely and organized way

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, ownership, and heart to their work.
You might be a great fit if you:
Are self-motivated and can manage your schedule without constant oversight
Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
Enjoy being out in the community and networking with others
Are reliable, organized, and follow through on what you start
Have experience—or interest—in mental health, social services, case management, or workforce development
Are solution-oriented and able to navigate challenges creatively

You’re not just helping someone find a job—you’re helping them rebuild confidence, stability, and independence.
That’s the work.

Requirements

• Are self-motivated and can manage your schedule without constant oversight
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Enjoy being out in the community and networking with others
• Are reliable, organized, and follow through on what you start
• Have experience—or interest—in mental health, social services, case management, or workforce development
• Are solution-oriented and able to navigate challenges creatively

Responsibilities

• Support a caseload of individuals actively seeking and maintaining employment
• Build real relationships with clients—helping them identify goals, strengths, and opportunities
• Connect with local employers weekly to develop job opportunities tailored to your clients
• Spend ~60–65% of your time in the community (job sites, coffee shops, offices, etc.)
• Help clients navigate benefits (SSI, Medicaid, etc.) and understand how employment impacts them
• Provide ongoing support to help clients get—and keep—jobs
• Collaborate with a supportive team to problem-solve and celebrate wins
• Document services and progress in a timely and organized way
• Maintain an active caseload and meet employment placement goals
• Conduct regular employer outreach (minimum weekly benchmarks)
• Provide timely follow-up and documentation (within 24 hours)
• Participate in weekly team meetings and ongoing collaboration

Benefits

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work—you’ll see the impact firsthand
• Healthcare coverage through EBO MD
• A dynamic, community-based role (not stuck at a desk)
• Hands-on experience in case management, employment services, and mental health support
• A team that values collaboration, support, and doing the right thing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees