Employment Specialist

Renewed Horizons • Hayden, ID

67d • Hybrid

About The Position

Renewed Horizons is looking for an outgoing and motivated Employment Specialist to join our Supported Employment team! This position works directly with individuals with developmental disabilities to help them find, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment in our community. A big part of this role is getting out into the community, connecting with local businesses, developing employment opportunities, and finding the right job match for each person we support.

Requirements

• Is outgoing and enjoys meeting and talking with new people
• Is comfortable approaching businesses and developing professional relationships
• Is creative, motivated, and willing to think outside the box
• Has strong communication and organizational skills
• Can work independently and take initiative
• Is dependable, flexible, and has a positive attitude
• Enjoys helping others recognize their strengths and reach their goals
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have current car insurance
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a federal background check

Nice To Haves

• Experience in job development, recruiting, sales, business development, Supported Employment, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person!
• CPR & First Aid certification

Responsibilities

• Get to know participants' strengths, interests, abilities, and employment goals
• Connect with local businesses to develop employment opportunities
• Build and maintain positive relationships with employers throughout the community
• Assist participants with applications, resumes, interviews, and the hiring process
• Look for creative job opportunities that match each participant's individual strengths and interests
• Work with employers to understand their staffing needs and identify potential job matches
• Provide job coaching and workplace support once employment is secured
• Teach workplace skills and help participants become more independent on the job
• Track progress and complete required documentation
• Communicate with participants, employers, families, and other members of the support team

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• mileage reimbursement
• PTO
• paid training
• other voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed