Employment Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

• Plan and implement a job development strategy with multiple individuals.
• Assess individuals' professional strengths and weaknesses through various written and verbal tools.
• Discover what motivates individuals and assist them in utilizing that motivation in the workplace.
• Present skills to aid individuals in job searches.
• Assist individuals in completing a professional resume.
• Assist individuals in learning and excelling in their job functions.
• Create and update records and reports on progress.
• Facilitate the best workplace environment for our clients by ensuring a transparent and accommodating employer/ employee relationship.
• Act as a public representative of Reaching Beyond Limits Employment Services. Always project the best image of our services and client interaction.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective and succinct written documentation.
• Strong time-management.
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to stay organized when dealing with multiple employees simultaneously.
• Prior experience working with people with disabilities.
• Upbeat, motivational attitude.
• Experience with Google Suite is a plus.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma

• A bachelor's degree in human services is strongly suggested.

• 2 years of experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, automobile insurance that meets $100,000/$300,000 liability minimum, and willingness to transport clients.
• ACRE Certificate required (if not completed at the time of hire, the candidate must take it within the first nine months of employment).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reaching Beyond Limits, Inc. and all its entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.