Employment Specialist — Help People Thrive in Work

HCRS (Health Care & Rehabilitation Services of Southeastern Vermont); Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HCRS Employment Services in Vermont seeks an Employment Specialist to help people with developmental disabilities find meaningful employment that matches their interests, strengths and goals. You will support individuals to obtain and maintain quality jobs in integrated, community-based settings.

The team values flexibility, a positive attitude, strong organizational and customer service skills, and experience with Supported Employment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Supported Employment is highly preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges or transferrable skills such as marketing, sales, human resources, human services, education or training.
• Ability to collaborate with persons served, employers, colleagues in a team environment.
• A Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; higher education encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities to find employment aligned with their interests and goals.
• Support individuals to obtain and maintain quality employment in integrated, community-based settings.

Skills

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Strong organizational skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

HCRS Employment Services in Vermont seeks an Employment Specialist to help people with developmental disabilities find meaningful employment that matches their interests, strengths and goals. You will support individuals to obtain and maintain quality jobs in integrated, community-based settings.

The team values flexibility, a positive attitude, strong organizational and customer service skills, and experience with Supported Employment.