Employment Specialist - PT

Aptivorporated; Mauston (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive impact

Collaborative environment

Professional growth

Inclusive culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Aptiv is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities achieve meaningful employment and independent living. The Part-Time Employment Specialist supports participants by understanding their goals and preparing them for job readiness, with a focus on placing them in suitable community roles.

The role involves collaboration with employers, families, and service providers to secure opportunities, while offering flexible scheduling and part-time hours (approximately 25

Qualifications

• Must have strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of Windows applications and Google Drive.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Passion for serving individuals with disabilities and providing employment options.
• Strong relationship-building, time-management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Place program participants in suitable jobs by assessing abilities and goals.
• Build partnerships with local businesses to create employment opportunities.
• Develop community worksites and prepare meetings and training.
• Advocate for participants with families, case managers, and service providers.
• Assist with transportation logistics and promote alternative transit methods.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Software knowledge (Windows & Google-‑

Driver's license & transport

Passion for serving individuals with a

Relationship-building & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or Associate + 3+ years in human services

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Juneau County, WI 54660, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $20.42 - $20.42 Hourly, Job Shift: Varies, Job Category: Employment Services, ABOUT US

Here at Aptiv, we are all about making a difference. Aptiv is a non-profit organization that offers services to people who have disabilities. Our mission is to provide a spectrum of innovative support for individuals with disabilities so they may live more independent lives. Our organization is committed to fostering an environment where individuals can thrive, achieve their goals, and contribute to society in meaningful ways. We welcome, encourage, and value the contributions of all individuals and value inclusion, resilience, self-determination, collaboration, and accountability.

If you are looking for work you will LOVE, read on!

THE ROLE

As a Part-Time Employment Specialist, you would support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible through meaningful employment. In this role, you would help new participants find work they enjoy by understanding their desires, capabilities, and goals. You would then help each of them get job-ready. Your ultimate goal is to help these individuals obtain and retain employment with businesses in the community.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

• $20.42/hr
• Part-Time - Around 25 hours/week
• Flexible Scheduling; Weekend rotation availability required

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work directly with employers to place our program participants in a position that best matches their abilities through assessments and meetings.
• Build partnerships with businesses in the community to find employment opportunities for participants.
• With attention to detail, you develop community worksites and prepare meetings as well as training.
• Working closely with participants, families, case managers, and service providers, you advocate on behalf of the individuals you are serving.
• Occasionally provide transportation for participants to work, while also encouraging them to learn about other forms of transportation, and pedestrian safety skills, and assist with wheelchairs.
• You find it very rewarding to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives and find satisfying employment!

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge of various software packages including Windows Applications and Google Drive
• Valid driver's license and reliable non-public transportation
• Passion for serving individuals with disabilities and providing employment options for them
• Strong relationship-building, time-management, and communication skills

Preferred:

• A bachelor's degree OR an associate degree with 3+ years of experience in human services
• One year or more of experience in sales and working with individuals with disabilities

OUR TEAM AND THE BENEFITS

At Aptiv we value collaboration and teamwork. We strive for your personal development and learning. As a non-profit organization, we are always pushing to do better than the day before through collaborative thinking, goal-setting, encouragement, and innovation. We do it better, together and that's why we place such a high emphasis on the importance and value of our employees. We truly care about our employees’s health, well-being, and safety we we promote a positive work-life balance and a flexible work environment.

• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and open communication.
• Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within the organization.
• Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity and believe in creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.