Employment Specialist

Work Opportunities Unlimited; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Work/life balance

Growth and development opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A community-focused employment service in Framingham seeks an Employment Specialist to help individuals find meaningful employment. Responsibilities include transport to job interviews, developing career goals, and teaching skills like resume writing and interview preparation. Ideal candidates possess customer service experience and can thrive in a collaborative yet independent setting. The role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the local community.
• Comfort with electronic documentation and mobile apps.
• Availability Monday to Friday during daytime business hours.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals find meaningful employment.
• Transport individuals to and from job interviews.
• Work with individuals to develop career goals.

Skills

High-touch customer service

Collaborative team work

Resume writing

Interview preparation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned (ESOP) business that has been helping people with diverse skills and abilities find meaningful employment since 1982. You can be part of our rewarding mission to positively impact lives each and every day.

As an Employment Specialist you will help individuals find meaningful employment.

A typical day might include the following:

• Using your vehicle to transport individuals to and from job interviews (mileage reimbursement provided)
• Working with individuals to develop career goals and objectives
• Teaching individuals how to create a customized resume, fill out effective job applications, write cover letters, and prepare for interviews
• Engaging with local businesses to develop potential job opportunities
• Coaching and guiding individuals at their job sites

This position may interest you if:

• You want to positively impact an individual's life
• You have previous experience in high-touch customer service environments
• You thrive being part of a collaborative team, yet can work independently

Career growth opportunities

Potential selection into our Management Training Program for people who have the following experience:

• Management of a small team
• Informal leadership in sports, clubs, or civic organizations

Additional requirements include:

• Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community
• Monday – Friday, daytime business hours (flexibility offered for part-time)
• Comfortable using MS Office, documenting notes in an electronic system, and accessing apps on a mobile device

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities
• Health and Wellness
• Work/life balance
• Growth and Development

Pay $21-24

Upon employment acceptance, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background and motor vehicle check.