Employment Specialist - PT

Aptiv Incorporated; United States; Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 33.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible Scheduling

Weekend rotation

Competitive compensation

Zusammenfassung

Aptiv Incorporated is seeking a Part-Time Employment Specialist to help people with disabilities live independently by finding suitable employment, preparing them for work, and supporting their job readiness.

The role focuses on placing participants with local businesses, building community partnerships, and advocating for individuals in collaboration with families and service providers. Weekend rotation is required.

Qualifikationen

• Strong computer skills and proficiency with common software.
• Proficient with 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.

Aufgaben

• Work with employers to place participants in roles that match abilities.
• Build partnerships with local businesses to create job opportunities.
• Develop community worksites and prepare meetings and trainings.
• Advocate for participants with families, case managers, and service providers.
• Occasionally provide transportation and promote other transport options.
• Help individuals with developmental disabilities lead fulfilling lives through meaningful work.

Kenntnisse

Computer skills

Time management

Communication

Relationship-building

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 3+ years in human services

Sales experience in disability services

Tools

Windows

Google Drive

Jobbeschreibung

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 employeess 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.