Community-Based Disability Employment Specialist

Caritas Family Solutions; Waterloo (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company contribution 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid training

Job summary

Caritas Family Solutions is hiring an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities locate, obtain, and maintain competitive integrated employment. The role focuses on building relationships with employers and community partners while delivering tailored employment supports.

Based in Illinois, this position involves field work with flexible hours and requires a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to assist clients in achieving independence in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Degree/Field Required: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Experience with community-based employment or workforce supports is preferred.
• Knowledge of disability services and supports is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in identifying, obtaining, and maintaining competitive integrated employment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers and community partners.
• Conduct business development activities to establish partnerships.
• Provide individualized employment services and supports at community job sites.
• Coordinate services with employers, consumers, and families.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic recordkeeping

Job description

Caritas Family Solutions is hiring an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities locate, obtain, and maintain competitive integrated employment. The role focuses on building relationships with employers and community partners while delivering tailored employment supports.

Based in Illinois, this position involves field work with flexible hours and requires a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to assist clients in achieving independence in the workplace.