Employment Specialist

West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Supplemental benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Threshold, Inc. is seeking an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities explore career opportunities, develop job skills, and secure meaningful employment in the community.

You will build relationships with local employers, provide career guidance, and support clients toward independence and success. Responsibilities include coaching, resume prep, interview practice, documenting progress, and collaborating with families and partners.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals explore careers, prepare resumes, practice interviewing, and find employment.
• Build relationships with local businesses to develop job opportunities.
• Provide hands-on job coaching and workplace support.
• Support individuals in achieving their employment goals.
• Collaborate with employers, families, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship-building

Travel flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, with some flexibility

Make a Difference. Help People Find Meaningful Employment!

Are you passionate about helping others succeed? The Threshold, Inc. is looking for an Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities explore career opportunities, develop job skills, and find meaningful employment in the community.

In this role, you'll build relationships with local employers, provide career guidance, and support individuals as they work toward greater independence and career success.

What You'll Do

• Help individuals explore careers, prepare resumes, practice interviewing, and find employment.
• Build relationships with local businesses to develop job opportunities.
• Provide hands-on job coaching and workplace support.
• Support individuals in achieving their employment goals.
• Collaborate with employers, families, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in human resources, staffing, sales, marketing, or customer service is a plus!
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for helping individuals with disabilities succeed.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and access to an insured vehicle.
• Ability to travel to local job sites as needed.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Optional Supplemental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to make an impact? Join The Threshold, Inc. and help individuals build confidence, independence, and meaningful careers.

The Threshold, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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