Career Resource Specialist — Transform Lives & Careers

Work Opportunities Unlimited; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Growth and Development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Work Opportunities Unlimited is seeking an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities find meaningful jobs. You will coach clients in resume building, applications, and interview prep, and collaborate with local businesses to create opportunities in the community.

The role requires four years of public vocational rehabilitation/workforce development experience or relevant degrees, and involves local travel with mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in a public vocational rehabilitation and/or workforce development setting with individuals with disabilities.
• Alternative education paths: associate degree with three years, bachelor’s degree with two years, or master’s degree with one year.
• Valid driver’s license for local travel and mileage reimbursement.
• Comfortable using MS Office and electronic documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals develop career goals and objectives.
• Teach resume creation, applications, cover letters, and interview preparation.
• Engage with local businesses to create job opportunities.
• Coach and guide individuals at their job sites.
• Travel within the local community to deliver services in natural settings.

Skills

Career coaching

Job placement

Travel locally

Documentation in electronic system

MS Office proficiency

Education

Public vocational rehabilitation/workforce development experience

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

Electronic note-taking system

Mobile apps

Job description

Work Opportunities Unlimited is seeking an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities find meaningful jobs. You will coach clients in resume building, applications, and interview prep, and collaborate with local businesses to create opportunities in the community.

The role requires four years of public vocational rehabilitation/workforce development experience or relevant degrees, and involves local travel with mileage reimbursement.