Employment Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Employment Specialist

Location: Farmington, Missouri

Department: Employment Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Unlock your passion for empowering others by joining our team as an Employment Specialist! In this rewarding role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment. Through your expertise and dedication, you'll provide individualized career planning, job placement, and retention support, guiding clients towards vocational success. As an Employment Specialist, you'll be a trusted advocate, fostering employer relationships and creating competitive, integrated employment opportunities. Join us and be part of a mission that truly matters.

The Employment Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing all phases of clients' vocational services. They provide individualized career planning, job placement and retention support. They are responsible for marketing clients and services, developing career opportunities, creating employer relationships, supporting clients at their job site and facilitating long-term vocational success. Employment Specialists are experts regarding their local labor market, analyzing trends and partnering with employers to meet recruitment needs.

Farmington, Missouri offers a charming small-town atmosphere with a thriving community spirit. Surrounded by picturesque natural beauty, this inviting locale provides a fantastic quality of life for those seeking a balance between work and leisure.

The Employment Specialist position offers…

• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package

• Telemedicine

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off

• Workplace Culture

• Retirement options

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized career planning, job placement, and retention support for clients

• Develop and implement all phases of clients' vocational services

• Market clients and services, creating employer relationships and career opportunities

• Support clients at their job sites, facilitating long-term vocational success

• Analyze local labor market trends and partner with employers to meet recruitment needs

• Conduct client orientations, explaining services, rights, and responsibilities

• Assist clients with individualized benefits planning and career counseling

• Teach and reinforce job-seeking and job retention skills

• Educate employers on hiring individuals with disabilities and facilitate accommodations

• Promote the organization, services, and clients through community events and awareness activities

• Maintain frequent contact with referral sources and report job development outcomes

• Respond to crisis situations with clients at their worksites

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution preferred

• At least one year of experience providing employment services

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background checks (criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint)

• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance

• Evidence of being free from infectious and contagious diseases (e.g., TB)

• Knowledge of supporting individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment

• Understanding of case management, rehabilitation methods, and legal requirements

• Proficiency in computer skills (Word, Excel, internet platforms, electronic media)

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

• Customer service skills

Keywords: Employment Specialist, Vocational Services, Job Placement, Career Counseling, Disability Support, Job Development, Employer Relations

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Supported Living and Employment Services is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.