Part-Time Community Employment Specialist

RISE Services LLC; West Springfield (VA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee tenure bonuses

Descrizione del lavoro

RISE Services LLC seeks a compassionate Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities across Springfield, Fairfax, and Alexandria. This part-time, community-based role combines individualized employment support, employer outreach, job development, and on-the-job coaching.

You will assess client strengths, assist with resumes and interview prep, build relationships with employers, and document progress in a timely manner.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, human services, or a related field; relevant work experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, diverse populations, or people facing barriers to employment.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and seek guidance when needed.
• Comfort approaching employers and building professional relationships.
• Ability to provide patient, respectful, individualized coaching while encouraging independence.
• Ability to use electronic systems for scheduling, communication, and accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of employment resources, workplace accommodations, or vocational rehabilitation services is helpful.

Mansioni

• Develop individualized employment goals: Assess clients’ strengths, interests, skills, and support needs and help turn their goals into practical action steps.
• Build job readiness: Assist with resumes, applications, interview preparation, workplace communication, and professional expectations.
• Actively develop job opportunities: Contact and visit employers, build relationships with hiring managers, and identify opportunities that match each client’s goals and abilities.
• Support the hiring process: Help clients complete applications, prepare for interviews, and communicate with prospective employers.
• Provide hands-on job coaching: Support clients at their workplaces as they learn tasks, build confidence, establish routines, and develop positive working relationships.
• Address employment challenges: Identify barriers early, help clients problem-solve, and coordinate with supervisors and employers as appropriate.
• Document services accurately: Complete timely service notes, progress reports, and other required documentation that clearly describe services provided and progress toward goals.
• Communicate and follow through: Maintain professional communication with clients, employers, referral partners, and the RISE team.
• Manage your schedule responsibly: Plan client appointments, employer outreach, travel, and documentation while meeting service expectations.
• Participate in training: Attend required meetings and professional development activities.

Conoscenze

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Independence

Scheduling

Documentation

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, human services, or related field

Strumenti

Electronic scheduling systems

Descrizione del lavoro

RISE Services LLC seeks a compassionate Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities across Springfield, Fairfax, and Alexandria. This part-time, community-based role combines individualized employment support, employer outreach, job development, and on-the-job coaching.

You will assess client strengths, assist with resumes and interview prep, build relationships with employers, and document progress in a timely manner.