Employment Specialist MiamiDade Full Time or Part Time

Bailes Consulting Services; Miami (FL); A distancia; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bailes Consulting Services in Miami-Dade seeks an experienced Employment Specialist (1099 independent contractor) to support individuals with disabilities in securing meaningful, competitive employment. You will assist with resumes, interview prep, and employment applications while coordinating with Vocational Rehabilitation.

The role requires compassionate, person-centered service, strong communication, and active employer engagement to build inclusive opportunities.

Formación

• Four years of experience in public vocational rehabilitation or workforce development with disabilities.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, or related equivalents with work experience.
• Experience with job coaching, job placement, and tailored support plans.
• Ability to work as a 1099 independent contractor in a flexible arrangement.

Responsabilidades

• Assist participants with job search activities including resumes, interviews, and applications.
• Identify strengths and preferences to align with career goals and workplaces.
• Develop relationships with local employers to create opportunities.
• Provide job coaching, on-site support, and follow-along services for retention.
• Document progress and maintain records per Vocational Rehabilitation standards.
• Educate employers on disability inclusion and ADA compliance.
• Collaborate with counselors, partners, and service providers to ensure quality service.

Conocimientos

Job coaching

Resume development

Interview preparation

Employer relations

Customer service

Educación

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Employment Specialist (fee-for-service, commission-based independent contractor) to join our team in Miami-Dade. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a public Vocational Rehabilitation and/or workforce development setting serving individuals with disabilities, along with a genuine passion for helping people achieve meaningful and competitive employment. This role requires someone who is person-centered, self-motivated, and dedicated to empowering individuals to reach their vocational goals while meeting the guidelines and standards of Vocational Rehabilitation.

This position is a 1099 independent contractor, fee-for-service role and is not salary or hourly based. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting participants with job search activities, including resume development, interview preparation, and completing employment applications.
• Working closely with individuals with disabilities to identify their strengths, career goals, abilities, and workplace preferences.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with local employers to create competitive employment opportunities.
• Providing job coaching, on-site support, and follow-along services to support successful employment outcomes and long-term job retention.
• Documenting participant progress and maintaining accurate records in compliance with Vocational Rehabilitation and industry standards.
• Educating employers on disability inclusion, workplace accommodations, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Supporting both employers and participants to foster positive workplace relationships and long-term employment success.
• Collaborating with Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, community partners, and service providers to ensure quality participant services.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, strong communication skills, knowledge of workforce development practices, and a commitment to serving individuals with disabilities with dignity, respect, and encouragement.

One or More of the Following are Required:

• Four years of proven experience in a public vocational rehabilitation and/or workforce development setting working with individuals with disabilities, including responsibilities in job coaching and job placement for individuals with disabilities while fostering workforce skill development; ensuring active engagement, and advancing workforce outcomes through advocacy and tailored support plans that result in competitive integrated employment.
• OR A Master's Degree in fields such as rehabilitation, counseling, social work, psychology, exceptional education, teaching certificate K-12 ESE, human resources, business administration, economics, from an accredited college or university, and one (1) year experience as described above.
• OR A Bachelor's Degree in fields such as rehabilitation, counseling, social work, psychology, exceptional education, teaching certificate K-12 ESE, human resources, business administration, or economics, from an accredited college or university, and two years' experience as described above.
• OR An associate's degree from an accredited college or university, or a bachelor's or master's Degree in an unrelated field, and three years' experience as described above.

Flexible work from home options available.