Career Center Leader: Elevating Inclusive Employment

EP!C; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

403(b) retirement plan

On-site fitness center

Professional development

Job summary

EP!C is seeking a Career Center Supervisor to lead disability employment services and foster inclusive career growth. You will mentor staff, coordinate training, and ensure quality coaching for individuals supported by the center.

Join EP!C to advance meaningful employment—promoting independence, community partnerships, and barrier-free opportunities. This role emphasizes leadership, program oversight, and measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in employing people with disabilities is required.
• Coaching and training others experience is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID is required.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities and ensure allegations of abuse and neglect are reported appropriately and in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality, and privacy requirements.
• Instruct, train, assess, guide, support, and supervise individuals in assigned areas, including the Career Center and PAES Lab.
• When necessary, assist individuals with personal needs, including transferring, toileting, eating, and grooming.
• Provide individualized, one-to-one coaching to strengthen job skills and improve individuals’ ability to succeed in community employment.
• Create natural learning opportunities that encourage individuals to be as independent as possible at work and during recreation, leisure, and educational activities.
• Support individuals with varying levels of work experience and ability in developing job-search, job-development, and job-retention skills.
• Maintain communication with the Community Employment Services Department regarding individual progress, challenges, and other relevant information.
• Manage all responsibilities based on the agency’s mission, using individual choice, and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Conduct oneself in a way that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts

Skills

Leadership

Training & motivation

Project management

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Ethical conduct

Adaptability

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

EP!C is seeking a Career Center Supervisor to lead disability employment services and foster inclusive career growth. You will mentor staff, coordinate training, and ensure quality coaching for individuals supported by the center.

Join EP!C to advance meaningful employment—promoting independence, community partnerships, and barrier-free opportunities. This role emphasizes leadership, program oversight, and measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment.