Career Development & Employer Engagement Specialist

Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services; Kansas City (MO); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Collaborative culture

Descripción de la vacante

Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Employment Specialist to help individuals achieve independent employment and career growth. You will develop individualized career plans, connect clients with employers, and provide ongoing coaching and support throughout the job journey.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a degree preferred, strong communication and advocacy skills, and ability to travel in the community to facilitate

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Experience in employment services preferred.
• Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation principles.
• Ability to travel and drive; valid license and insurance required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop individualized career plans aligned with clients' strengths and goals.
• Connect clients to competitive employment through job development, employer engagement, and community networking.
• Teach job-seeking, interviewing, workplace readiness, and job retention skills.
• Build relationships with employers to identify hiring needs and create employment opportunities for clients.
• Advocate for clients with employers and community partners to support successful employment outcomes.
• Provide vocational counseling and ongoing support; educate employers on accommodations as needed.
• Travel throughout the community to provide job development activities and transportation.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and report employment outcomes and client progress.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Customer service

Advocacy

Community engagement

Educación

High school diploma/GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Electronic documentation systems

Internet platforms

Descripción del empleo

Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Employment Specialist to help individuals achieve independent employment and career growth. You will develop individualized career plans, connect clients with employers, and provide ongoing coaching and support throughout the job journey.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a degree preferred, strong communication and advocacy skills, and ability to travel in the community to facilitate