Employment Support Specialist
RISE Community Services•Warrensburg, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Employment Support Specialist provides direct support, coaching, and training to individuals with disabilities at community-based job sites. This role focuses on job readiness, skill development, and workplace integration, ensuring a positive and supportive employment experience.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Patience and enthusiasm.
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and any subsequent background check after employment.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Missouri Class E chauffeur’s license within 14 days of hire.
- Successfully complete employment-related training as directed.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, on-the-job coaching and support.
- Assist individuals in learning job tasks, workplace expectations, and social skills.
- Encourage independence while providing appropriate guidance and reinforcement.
- Support individuals in developing soft skills such as communication, time management, and teamwork.
- Monitor and document individual progress, challenges, and support strategies.
- Maintain positive relationships with employers, families, and support teams.
- Ensure individual safety and compliance with workplace policies.
- Advocate for reasonable workplace accommodations as needed.
- All other duties assigned.
Benefits
- 100% employer paid health insurance.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Employer paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
- Paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid birthday time off.
- Paid training.
- Matching retirement.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Referral bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
