Empowerment-Driven Pre-Employment Specialist

St. Louis Arc; Warson Woods (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Health insurance

Retirement

Time off

Job summary

St. Louis Arc is seeking a Full-time Pre-Employment Specialist to empower individuals to reach their employment goals through coaching, skill-building, and supportive services. This Monday–Friday role offers daytime hours and a starting pay of $22/hour.

You will train participants for competitive employment, manage a caseload of 5–8 people, document timely, maintain clear communication with participants, families, internal teams, and funders. CPR/First Aid training provided by St. Louis Arc.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of related experience, preferably supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Some college; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to reach their employment goals with coaching, skill building, and support that prepares them for success.
• Support and provide instructional training for participants to prepare them for competitive employment.
• Manage a caseload of up to 5-8 individuals.
• Prepare and submit documentation and paperwork according to established timeframes and guidelines.
• Foster relationships and maintain clear, ongoing communication with all parties, including participants and families, internal teams, and funders.
• Build a professional network and beneficial contacts across the business community.
• Maintain a balance of billable and nonbillable time at 85% or higher throughout the fiscal year.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

Communication

Decision-making

Negotiation

Education

Some college education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Word processing

Database software

Email

Smartphones

Job description

St. Louis Arc is seeking a Full-time Pre-Employment Specialist to empower individuals to reach their employment goals through coaching, skill-building, and supportive services. This Monday–Friday role offers daytime hours and a starting pay of $22/hour.

You will train participants for competitive employment, manage a caseload of 5–8 people, document timely, maintain clear communication with participants, families, internal teams, and funders. CPR/First Aid training provided by St. Louis Arc.