Employment Specialist (FT)

Audubon Area Community Services, Inc; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Area Community Services in Kentucky is hiring an Employment Specialist (FT) for the Kentucky Works and SNAP E&T Program. The role helps TANF/SNAP E&T participants gain skills and placement through counseling and training. Travel is required; the position is full-time, 1st shift.

Starting wages are $17.19–$18.61 per hour. A two-year related degree or experience is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Apply by November 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Prepare TANF/SNAP E&T recipients for self-sufficiency through skill development, education, work-based learning, career counseling, employment training, and job placement.
• Associate degree in business, human services, or a related field or two years of related experience is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Starting wages: $17.19 - $18.61 hourly.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals from the Cabinet and place clients with participating employers.
• Travel is required for day trips; relocation is not provided.
• This project is funded under a contract with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services with state and federal funds.

Skills

Travel required

Education

Associate degree or related experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Employment Specialist (FT)(Kentucky Works and SNAP E&T Program)

At Audubon Area Community Services, we are dedicated to Helping People, Changing Lives, and Strengthening Communities. This is why we exist as an organization. Each and every service we provide contributes to a much larger purpose than ourselves. In addition to challenging and meaningful work, you’ll have the chance to make a difference in your community. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V - Drug Free Workplace

Job Skills / Requirements

Starting wages: $17.19 - $18.61 hourly. Will prepare recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Employment and Training Program (SNAP E&T) for self-sufficiency through skill development, education, work-based learning, career counseling, employment training, and job placement. Duties include accepting referrals from the Cabinet and placing clients with participating employers. Travel is required. This project is funded under a contract with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services with state and federal funds.

An associate degree in business, human services, or a related field or two years of related experience is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Deadline to apply: November 4, 2026

Education Requirements (All)

Associate Degree in Business, Human Services, or a related field

Additional Information / Benefits

This job reports to the Regional Manager

This is a Full-Time position1st Shift.

Relocation is not provided and travel is required for day trips only