Pre-Employment Specialist

St. Louis Arc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louis Arc is seeking a dedicated individual to support people with developmental disabilities in achieving competitive employment. This role involves managing a caseload, providing training, and maintaining communication with participants and families. Ideal candidates will have experience in this field and possess strong communication and decision-making skills. Join a team committed to empowering individuals and making a difference in their lives.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Time off

Student loan repayment assistance

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• Ability to obtain CPR/first aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Support and provide instructional training for participants.
• Manage a caseload of 5-8 individuals.
• Prepare and submit documentation according to guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Decision-Making

Negotiation

Time Management

Education

Some college education; bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Word processing software

Database products

Email

Smartphones

Job description

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

What you will do:

• 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 manage 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.

What you can expect from us:

• Voice and autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE
  • Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details .

What we expect of you:

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience—preferably supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Some college education; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Solid time-management, communication, decision-making, and negotiation skills—to ensure the provision of safe, high-quality support.
• Effective, professional communication skills
• Familiarity with word processing software, database products, email, and smartphones.
• Ability to obtain CPR/first aid certification—provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.

Apply today.

About St. Louis Arc:

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust in the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, and intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

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