Employment Readiness Specialist – Disability Programs

Central Fairfax Services Inc.; Oakton (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

100% company-paid Disability, Life, AD

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

ServiceSource Inc in Virginia is hiring an Employment Readiness Specialist for our Employment Readiness Day Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. The role supports participants as they build employment skills in a day-support setting and guides a transition into integrated community employment.

We offer full-time and part-time shifts with no evenings or weekends. Full-time includes health, vision, dental coverage, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and tuition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, Marketing, or another related field preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience can be substituted for one year of education.
• One (1) year experience working with people with disabilities in a supported employment setting required.
• Understanding of supported employment and customized employment techniques required.
• Experience networking and conducting community outreach and building partnerships with community organizations and employers required.
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation to perform work-related travel required.
• Eligible drivers must have a good motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Must be eligible to be covered under the ServiceSource driver’s insurance.
• Willingness and availability to travel in Northern Virginia required.

Responsibilities

• Survey and research local businesses to assist with identifying employer partners for work experience locations and permanent employment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employer partners; present overview of program; confirm employers who move forward with becoming a work experience site.
• Maintain positive partnerships with participants’ support teams and relevant programs to support success.
• Complete documentation and planning; ensure compliance with funding partners and CARF requirements.
• Travel locally, especially in Fairfax County, Prince William, Alexandria, and Arlington.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Marketing

Outreach

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Human Services / Education / Marketing or related field

1 year experience can substitute for 1 year of education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ServiceSource Inc in Virginia is hiring an Employment Readiness Specialist for our Employment Readiness Day Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. The role supports participants as they build employment skills in a day-support setting and guides a transition into integrated community employment.

We offer full-time and part-time shifts with no evenings or weekends. Full-time includes health, vision, dental coverage, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and tuition