Employment Support Professional

Northwest Center•Bellevue, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Northwest Center is hiring an Employment Support Professional to help adults and high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) attain or maintain employment. The role supports clients in finding jobs that match their skills and provides guidance throughout their career paths. It is community-based and hybrid-remote, with client meetings in homes and workplaces, as well as community outreach and advocacy. The position may suit candidates seeking to enter or grow in social or human services, particularly those with experience in sales, social services, or education. The organization lists two wage bands: Employment Specialist (entry level), $23.00–$24.00 per hour; and Employment Consultant (mid to experienced), $25.00–$28.00 per hour. The location is Bellevue, Mercer Island, or Newcastle, Washington. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional nights and weekends as needed. Northwest Center describes itself as committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and equitable practices. It encourages applicants who meet some requirements and share its values and mission to apply, and offers reasonable accommodations during the application and employment process.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a disability-focused human services field, including hands-on experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
Valid driver's license and personal transportation.
Flexible schedule to support clients during their work hours, which may include occasional weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Background in sales, social services, or education.
Self-motivated and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized support to clients facing complex barriers to securing employment.
Empower people with disabilities to reach their full potential.
Build clients’ skills and confidence through resume creation, interview preparation, on-site job training, benefits planning, person-centered planning, and assessment services.
Collaborate with agency partners and represent Northwest Center at outreach events, explaining its process for supporting clients seeking job opportunities.
Independently manage a schedule to ensure each student receives appropriate service time.
Build relationships with local companies to create job opportunities.
Provide other industry-specific and student-focused support services.
Meet with clients in their homes and workplaces and conduct community outreach and advocacy.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, effective the month after 30 days of employment.
17 accrued paid time off days annually.
7 paid holidays and 2.5 floating holiday days; 5 floating holiday days annually after one year.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health.
Mental wellness program including six free therapy sessions per year.
Physical wellness reimbursement of $25 per month.
Student loan contribution program of $50 per month.
Pet insurance discount program.
Collaborative team environment.
Career development opportunity through the NWC Mentorship Match program.
Mileage reimbursement.