Disability Employment & Career Support Specialist

GCE - Global Connections to Employment; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connections to Employment, a nationwide organization, is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to assist team members with disabilities at Eglin Air Force Base. The role focuses on evaluating employment needs, delivering tailored support, and promoting ongoing career growth.

You will work with supervisors and stakeholders to reduce employment barriers, provide training, document services, and help facilitate placement or transitions as members seek advancement.

Qualifications

• Related degree fields: Rehabilitation, Counseling, Social work, Psychology, Education, Human Resources, or Business Administration.
• Experience in vocational rehabilitation, job placement, job coaching, counseling, or related work supporting adults with disabilities.
• Must be able to pass state and/or federal background screenings as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with disabilities in maintaining employment and pursuing career advancement.
• Evaluate each member's employment needs and determine appropriate support and accommodations.
• Deliver on-site retention services to promote performance, independence, and long-term workplace success.
• Collaborate with supervisors and internal/external stakeholders to reduce employment barriers and help facilitate placement or transition services.

Skills

Assessment skills

Stakeholder communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Job description

Global Connections to Employment, a nationwide organization, is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to assist team members with disabilities at Eglin Air Force Base. The role focuses on evaluating employment needs, delivering tailored support, and promoting ongoing career growth.

You will work with supervisors and stakeholders to reduce employment barriers, provide training, document services, and help facilitate placement or transitions as members seek advancement.