Employment Specialist - East Volusia

Easter Seals Florida Inc; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 24,108 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Employee Assistance Program

403B retirement savings plan

Job summary

Easter Seals Florida Inc, located in Ridgewood, New Jersey, is seeking an Employment Specialist for a full-time role. This position focuses on providing job readiness training, career counseling, and job placement assistance for youth and adults with disabilities.

The role requires close collaboration with job seekers, employers, and community partners. A reliable vehicle and valid driver's license are essential, as travel throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties is required.

Competitive pay ranging from $17.50 to $20.00 per hour includes benefits such as medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and adults with disabilities.
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation and transition programs.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ skills and employment needs.
• Create individualized employment plans.
• Provide job readiness training and support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

Associate’s degree and one year experience with disabilities

Two years experience in vocational services

Job description

Description

Pay rate will be between $17.50 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

Full-Time position working 40 hours per week, includes insurance and time off benefits

Easterseals Florida is seeking a dedicated and engaging Employment Specialist to help youth and adults achieve meaningful, long-term employment. In this role, you’ll provide job readiness training, career counseling, job placement assistance, and post-employment support. You’ll also deliver transition services for youth with disabilities, helping them build social, vocational, and workplace skills as they prepare for life after school.

This position works closely with job seekers, employers, schools, and community partners to create successful employment pathways. You will also coordinate community-based learning experiences, youth employment camps, and work-based learning opportunities. Regular travel throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties is required; a reliable personal vehicle, valid Florida driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Assess clients’ skills, employment needs, and goals through interviews and career counseling
• Create individualized employment plans tailored to each client’s strengths
• Provide job readiness training, including resumes, interview skills, and workplace expectations
• Build relationships with local employers and community organizations
• Coordinate job fairs, employment events, and business engagement activities
• Assist clients with job searches, applications, interview preparation, and onboarding
• Match clients to appropriate job opportunities and provide follow-up support to promote job retention
• Teach workplace communication, problem-solving, and professional behavior in classroom and community settings
• Support youth transitioning out of school through community-based instruction and work-based learning
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports, and documentation in a timely manner
• Collaborate with workforce agencies, schools, and community partners

What We Offer

• Live and on-demand professional development
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental insurance options
• 403B retirement savings plan
• Wellness program and work-life balance
• A chance to make a lasting impact in your community

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and one year of experience with youth and/or adults with disabilities
• OR two years of experience in vocational services (in place of a degree)
• At least one year of experience working with adults with disabilities, justice-involved individuals, or long-term unemployed populationsKnowledge of vocational rehabilitation, youth transition, and adult employment programs
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and travel throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties
• Ability to work with diverse populations and support individuals with employment barriers
• Commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and Easterseals values
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
• An energetic, resourceful and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful and team-based environment

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at [phone], [e-mail], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.