Employment Specialist III - Disability & Inclusion Advocate

Didlake, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission.

Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work. The Employment Specialist III will empower individuals with disabilities to achieve meaningful, competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, vocational rehabilitation, social work, business, or a related field with at least 2 years in employment services or disability support
• High School diploma/GED with 5 years in supported or transition employment services
• Experience with person-centered planning preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person employment services including situational assessments, job development, job placement, training, and follow-along support
• Conduct vocational evaluations in real commercial and government work settings
• Support individuals with resume writing, applications, interviews, and employer follow-up
• Deliver one-to-one job training and help build natural workplace supports

Skills

Caseload mgmt

Public relations

MS Office

Electronic case mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic case management systems

Job description

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission.

Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work. The Employment Specialist III will empower individuals with disabilities to achieve meaningful, competitive