Employment Specialist: Transition & Work-Based Learning

United Ability, Inc.; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

403(b)

403(b) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Earned wage access

Job summary

United Ability, Inc. in Alabama is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities through competitive integrated employment and transition services, including pre-employment skill development, job development, coaching, and ongoing supported employment.

The role collaborates with students, families, schools, employers, and ADRS counselors to help individuals explore career interests and achieve long‑term success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in employment services, transition services, job coaching, or workforce development preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple service types.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across community, school, and remote settings.
• DMH/ADRS Customized Employment Training required or willingness to obtain.
• Reliable transportation and reliable home internet access required.
• Flexible schedule availability may be required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an assigned supported employment caseload and provide job development, onboarding, and on-the-job coaching.
• Support individuals with applications, interviews, workplace expectations, and accommodations.
• Collaborate with employers to promote inclusive hiring and job retention.
• Support work-based learning experiences through onboarding and coaching at community worksites.
• Provide transition and pre-employment services, including career exploration and self-advocacy.
• Coordinate with schools, families, and ADRS counselors to support transitions to employment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

United Ability, Inc. in Alabama is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities through competitive integrated employment and transition services, including pre-employment skill development, job development, coaching, and ongoing supported employment.

The role collaborates with students, families, schools, employers, and ADRS counselors to help individuals explore career interests and achieve long‑term success.