Employment Specialist Disability Services

OE Enterprises, Inc; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated non-profit organization committed to empowering individuals with disabilities in North Carolina. As a Community Employment Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in connecting individuals with local employers and providing essential support throughout their employment journey. This role not only focuses on job readiness training and coaching but also emphasizes the importance of integrated employment opportunities. With a strong emphasis on compassion and effective communication, you will help create a more inclusive workforce while achieving personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
• Certifications in CPR, first aid, and NCI+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in active marketing to secure employment opportunities.
• Assist participants with applications, hiring, and onboarding processes.
• Provide ongoing support post-placement.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Patience

Compassion

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Specialist Disability Services

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Location: Travel between Orange/Durham Counties

Salary Range: $17.00- $19.00/hr DOE with ability to earn commission

Position Overview: OE Enterprises is a non-profit company with 50 years of experience serving individuals with disabilities in North Carolina. The Community Employment Specialist will help people with disabilities find and maintain competitive employment by connecting them with local employers, providing assessment, job readiness training, job matching, and coaching. The goal is to increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Orange, Alamance, Randolph, and surrounding counties, and to promote integrated employment over segregated options.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, able to work independently, and possesses patience, compassion, and effective communication skills. A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and dependable transportation are required. Certifications in CPR, first aid, and NCI+ are preferred but can be provided. Candidates must pass a background check and drug screening.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engage in active marketing to secure employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities
• Assist participants with applications, hiring, and onboarding processes
• Facilitate onsite job instruction tailored to individual needs
• Implement and monitor personalized goals and plans
• Serve as a mediator between employers and employees
• Provide transportation, ensuring confidentiality and privacy
• Maintain accurate records for compliance
• Provide ongoing support post-placement
• Ensure timely billing submissions
• Participate in professional development
• Strive to meet quarterly placement and coaching targets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Able to sit and stand for long periods
• Work in varying climate conditions, indoors and outdoors
• Drive to various work sites as needed