The Employment Specialist provides effective supported employment to assist individuals in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment that results in self- sufficiency and increased independence. This role establishes and maintains quality employer partnerships that result in the employment of participants and ensures the delivery of outstanding and highly responsive internal and external customer service with a high degree of flexibility and creativity. The Employment Specialist completes pre-Vocational evaluations and all necessary documentation, and creates an environment that results in excellence, innovation, and positive morale. This role maintains state, federal, county monitoring and Agency regulations and guidelines, builds community among staff, families, and business partners and recognizes that the highest quality of service is delivered with Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality, and Responsibility, the core values of the Agency, and maintains confidentiality of departmental records, persons, and activities.