Disability Employment Specialist - Remote (1099)

Bailes Consulting Services; Sarasota (FL); Hybride; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Bailes Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. This fee-for-service, independent contractor role focuses on job search, coaching, and employer engagement to secure competitive employment outcomes.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, person-centered approaches, and a commitment to empowering clients within Vocational Rehabilitation guidelines.

Qualifications

• Four years of proven experience in public vocational rehabilitation/workforce development serving individuals with disabilities, including job coaching and placement.
• Master's/Bachelor's/Associate degree paths with required experience as described.
• Flexible work from home options available.

Responsabilités

• Assist participants with job search activities: resume development, interview prep, and employment applications.
• Identify strengths, goals, abilities, and preferences of individuals with disabilities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers to create competitive employment opportunities.
• Provide job coaching, on-site support, and follow-along services for successful outcomes and retention.
• Document participant progress and maintain records per Vocational Rehabilitation standards.
• Educate employers on disability inclusion and ADA compliance.
• Collaborate with Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and partners to ensure quality services.

Connaissances

Job coaching

Employer relations

Resume development

Interview preparation

Documentation

ADA compliance

Formation

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation/Counseling/Social Work/Psychology/ Exceptional Education/HR/Business/Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Rehabilitation/Counseling/Social Work/Psychology/ Exceptional Education/HR/Business/Economics

Associate's degree + 3 years experience

Description du poste

Bailes Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. This fee-for-service, independent contractor role focuses on job search, coaching, and employer engagement to secure competitive employment outcomes.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, person-centered approaches, and a commitment to empowering clients within Vocational Rehabilitation guidelines.