Employment Consultant (Marion County)

Albertina Kerr Centers; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Training and career development

Paid holidays and time off

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Albertina Kerr Centers in Marion County, Salem, OR is seeking a full-time Community Support Specialist to build relationships with local businesses, assess workplaces, and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in securing inclusive employment.

Responsibilities include job preparation coaching, outreach to employers, discovery/career exploration, and maintaining person-centered documentation; weekend/holiday availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of job coaching experience AND 1 year working with individuals with disabilities
• Certified Employment Supported Professional (CESP) certification
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address challenges
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local businesses to identify job opportunities for individuals, with or without ADA accommodations.
• Educate employers on the benefits of a diverse workforce and promote inclusive hiring practices.
• Conduct worksite assessments and support individuals in integrating into workplace culture.
• Provide on-site support and encouragement and advocacy as needed.
• Guide individuals through job preparation activities like resume writing, interview practice, and transportation planning.
• Deliver Discovery/Career Exploration services and develop vocational profiles.
• Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with support teams to ensure consistent, person-centered services.

Skills

Job coaching

Disability experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Special Education

CESP certification

APSE training

ACRE training certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Marion County - Salem, OR 97304Position Type: Full Time (30+ hours per week)Salary Range: $23.82 - $23.82 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 50% At Albertina Kerr, we believe that all people thrive in nurturing and inclusive communities. Our mission is to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities.

May require weekend and holiday availability.

What You’ll Do

Community Networking and Workforce Evaluations

• Build relationships with local businesses to identify job opportunities for individuals, with or without ADA accommodations.
• Educate employers on the benefits of a diverse workforce and promote inclusive hiring practices.
• Conduct worksite assessments and support individuals in integrating into workplace culture.
• Provide on-site support and encouragement and advocacy as needed.

Case Management

• Guide individuals through job preparation activities like resume writing, interview practice, and transportation planning.
• Deliver Discovery/Career Exploration services and develop vocational profiles.
• Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with support teams to ensure consistent, person-centered services.

Benefits

• Paid medical, dental, and vision employee benefits
• Paid basic life & accident insurance and short- & long-term disability
• Paid internal training and career development
• Paid holidays and generous time off
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4% employer match
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that provides resources for everything from mental health to pet insurance and financial counselling

QualificationsQualifications

• Minimum 6 months of job coaching experience AND 1 year working with individuals with disabilities
• OR one of the following:
• Certified Employment Supported Professional (CESP) certification
• Completion of the Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) collaborative training
• Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) training certificate
• Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Special Education
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support individuals.
• Open to working with all individuals regardless of gender identity, sexuality, race, or religion.
• Proficiency in software applications and tracking systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams), virtual meeting platforms, and online training modules.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address challenges, resolve conflicts, and de-escalate situations effectively.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to engage authentically with clients, employers, and team members.
• Attention to detail and ability to ensure accurate of work products.
• Physical ability to assist in lifting, repositioning, or transferring of individuals using wheelchairs; occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and frequently lifting of up to 25 pounds; frequent bending and stooping. Work environments vary depending on job sites.
• Ability to meet background check, reference, and organization’s driving requirements of having a current and valid driver’s license and no more than two driving infractions in the last two years.