Employment Specialist

Sunrise Services; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

401K & matching up to 6%

Paid vacation

Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Floating holiday

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Sunrise Services, Inc. is seeking an Employment Specialist to join our Everett office. You will work with adults with disabilities to help them gain competitive employment, provide follow-up support, and perform job development activities.

A personal vehicle and WA driver’s license are required, with a focus on building relationships with DVR and community employers. The role involves direct service delivery, job coaching, and coordinating with multiple agencies to secure and maintain employment

Qualifications

• DSHS background clearance required
• Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Vehicle with DMV safety compliance and insurance
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect services to employment program participants
• Conduct job development and placement including site assessments and job retention
• Build and maintain relationships with DVR, DDD and employers
• Research local employers and educate potential employers about hiring people with disabilities
• Maintain records and reports as required by program policies and procedures

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

• Base Pay $22.77 - $25.30 / Hour

Sunrise Services, Inc. is currently seeking an Employment Specialist to join our team in the Everett office.

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. At Sunrise, we offer more than just a job—we provide a meaningful career path with opportunities for professional growth, development, and advancement.

If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of a team that values your contributions.

General Responsibilities

Work with adults with mild to severe disabilities, assisting them in gaining competitive employment and providing follow-up support services (job coaching). May also provide job development and facilitate supported employment activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect services to employment program participants
• Assess participant interests and abilities following referral from the Division of Vocational Rehabil itation (DVR), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD ), Foundational Community Supports (FCS), or other referral sources
• Conduct all aspects of job development and placement: work site and employment assessments, work skill building, job analysis and job retention
• Provide consistent, positive on-going support to participa nt, employer and others involve d in the successful employment of the participant
• Demonstrate understanding of the unique components of a variety of community-based work settings; assist employed participants in adhering to the dress codes, behavior expectations, etc. of the particular work site where he/she is employed
• Represent Community Trades and Careers (CTC) to the business community
• Develop and maintain excelle nt relationships with DVR and DDD counselors and agency managers
• Research local employers and agencies to determine job openings
• Educate potential employers about the advantages of hiring persons with disabilities
• Maintain concise records and paperwork; narratives, plans and reports in an accountable and timely manner as required by program policies and procedures
• Maintain an updated file of all employers contacted with names and titles of key hiring personnel
• Maintain safe and healthy, accessible and productive work environment
• Drive frequently to perform a variety of essential job functions such as researching local companies, accompany participants to job site as needed, meet with potential employers, etc. Therefore, this position requires a personal vehicle, Washington State Drivers License (WSDL ) and complete automobile insurance

Requirements

• DSHS background clearance required
• Current valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• $50,000 automobile liability insurance required
• Must have reliable, safe, and ope rative vehicle that will pass agency vehicle safety inspection.
• Must own Smart Phone for business use with stipend paid monthly.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), listening skills, organization and problem-solving skills required
• Creativity, flexibility, dependability, positive attitude, professional appearance and demeanor are essential.
• Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person with a severe and persistent mental illness to live in normal community residences; work in market jobs; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services.
• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Adherence to professional and ethical standards of practice.
• Demonstrated respect for diversity and commitment to developing multicultural competency and sensitivity.
• Ability to organize work, time and priorities to meet deadlines essential .
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with other , inside and outside the agency.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, operate a personal computer and use a calculator to perform simple math functions.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Compensation

• $22.77 - $25.30/hour
• All wages depend on applicable experience, license, and education.
• Paid vacation - Earned at .04 per hour worked for hourly employees, and 6.67 per month for salary (equates to about 2 weeks per year for full-time employees)
• Sick Leave - 1 hour per 40 hours worked (equates to about 52 hours for full-time)
• Holiday pay, with 8 holidays observed
• Paid ‘Floating’ Holiday to be used on a day of choice
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• WA Paid Family Medical Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Legal & IDShield
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance
• 401K & matching up to 6%
• Life Insurance
• College savings plan

Why Sunrise Services INC?

• An abundance of opportunity for growth and development
• Competitive benefits and Compensation plan
• Making a true difference in the community, and the lives of vulnerable individuals

To comply with Federal law, Sunrise Services participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.