Career Empowerment Specialist

SLE Supported Living and Employment Services; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Job summary

Brightli is seeking an Employment Specialist in Raytown, MO to help individuals achieve meaningful employment and community integration. The role focuses on individualized career planning, job development, and ongoing support to ensure successful employment outcomes.

You will collaborate with clients, employers, and community partners to create sustainable job opportunities, provide vocational counseling, and promote independence for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience providing employment services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized career plans aligned with client strengths and goals.
• Connect clients with competitive employment opportunities through job development and employer engagement.
• Teach and reinforce job-seeking, interviewing, and workplace readiness skills.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers to identify hiring needs and opportunities.
• Advocate for clients with employers, families, referral sources, and community partners.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Word

Excel

Employer engagement

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet platforms

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Brightli is seeking an Employment Specialist in Raytown, MO to help individuals achieve meaningful employment and community integration. The role focuses on individualized career planning, job development, and ongoing support to ensure successful employment outcomes.

You will collaborate with clients, employers, and community partners to create sustainable job opportunities, provide vocational counseling, and promote independence for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.