Community Employment Specialist

Atwork; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSA/HSA options

Life insurance and travel insurance

Job summary

AtWork! is a nonprofit disability services provider in King County seeking a full-time Employment Consultant to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining community-based employment.

You will assess skills, coordinate job opportunities, and work with local businesses to match client needs with job opportunities, ensuring supportive, inclusive workplaces and meaningful employment outcomes.

Qualifications

• High level of professionalism in appearance, actions, and words is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) is required.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality is required.
• Reliable attendance is required.
• 1 year experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement personalized career planning for persons served based on the individual’s skills, goals, and interests by conducting discovery and vocational assessments.
• Maintain communication with the people we serve and their circle of support regarding all facets of service.
• Develop and maintain relationships with businesses and other organizations in the community.
• Provide professional assistance to persons served through job identification, interviews, training, and orientation processes.
• Provide professional assistance to persons served through supporting community engagement activities and volunteering opportunities.
• Market to employers, develop jobs, and obtain community-based employment for persons served with minimum wage or greater.
• Facilitate job starts and provide training to employers and coworkers to enable natural supports.
• Identify opportunities for career growth with the employer and the person served; arrange training or coaching.
• Assist persons served with job coaching using task design and support strategies.
• Troubleshoot issues at community job sites and maintain positive working relationships.
• Document daily reports, billable time, and case notes; maintain confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Attend team meetings and carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

MS Office

Confidentiality

Reliability

Disability services experience

Education

High school or equivalent

1 year experience with people with disabilities

Tools

Driver license

Auto insurance

Reliable vehicle

Background check

Job description

AtWork! is a nonprofit disability services provider in King County seeking a full-time Employment Consultant to support individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining community-based employment.

You will assess skills, coordinate job opportunities, and work with local businesses to match client needs with job opportunities, ensuring supportive, inclusive workplaces and meaningful employment outcomes.