Bilingual Employment Specialist

Reaching Beyond Limits; Kingston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Days

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Ability to advance within the company

Job summary

Reaching Beyond Limits is seeking a full-time Bilingual Employment Specialist to help individuals with intellectual disabilities find and maintain meaningful employment, while building workplace skills, confidence, and independence. You will develop tailored job opportunities, assist with resumes and interviews, and collaborate with employers to create inclusive workplaces.

Strong bilingual communication, organization, and a passion for helping others are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services strongly suggested.
• Two years experience with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Bilingual proficiency required.
• Valid driver’s license with adequate insurance.
• Willingness to transport clients.
• ACRE Certificate within 9 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized job development strategies.
• Assess individuals' strengths, interests, and employment goals.
• Assist with resumes, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Support individuals in learning job responsibilities and maintaining employment.
• Build relationships with employers to promote inclusive workplaces.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.
• Communicate effectively in both languages with individuals and employers.
• Represent Reaching Beyond Limits Employment Services professionally.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Disability experience

Positive attitude

Multitasking

Google Suite

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelors in Human Services

Two years experience with Intellectual Disabilities

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

We're looking for a FULL-TIME Bilingual Employment Specialist to join our team! Help individuals with intellectual disabilities find and maintain meaningful employment while building workplace skills, confidence, and independence. In this role, you'll work with individuals and employers to create inclusive employment opportunities and support long‑term success.

Summary

The Bilingual Employment Specialist assists individuals with intellectual disabilities in finding, obtaining, and maintaining employment. Responsibilities include job development, resume assistance, employment support, employer communication, and progress documentation. This role requires bilingual communication skills, strong organization, and a passion for helping others succeed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services strongly suggested.
• Two years of experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Bilingual proficiency required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance meeting $100,000/$300,000 liability minimums.
• Willingness to transport clients.
• ACRE Certificate required within the first nine months of employment if not already obtained.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop individualized job development strategies.
• Assess individuals' strengths, interests, and employment goals.
• Assist with resumes, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Support individuals in learning job responsibilities and maintaining employment.
• Build relationships with employers to promote inclusive workplaces.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and employers in both languages.
• Represent Reaching Beyond Limits Employment Services professionally.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and time-management.
• Problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Positive, motivational attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Google Suite experience is a plus.

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Benefits

• 401K Matching
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Ability to advance within the company

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.