Supported Employment Specialist

Cornerstone Montgomery; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Sick leave

9 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

Health insurance

403(b) match

Job summary

Cornerstone Montgomery, Inc. is seeking a Supported Employment Specialist to help individuals with disabilities achieve personal, social, and vocational goals. You will guide clients, provide vocational supports, and work across multiple locations to enhance quality of life.

The role emphasizes counseling, job development, and strong ties with local employers to maximize placement and retention. A Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences is preferred, and a personal vehicle is required for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Behavioral Sciences or equivalent.
• Relevant work experience considered in place of degree.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle for client travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality vocational supports including resume building and job development.
• Network with local employers to educate them on hiring incentive benefits.
• Assist clients in maintaining employment through frequent visits to work sites.

Skills

Resume building

Job development

Employer networking

Counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Supported Employment Specialist# Supported Employment SpecialistCharles Hub - Waldorf, MD 20601## OverviewSalary Range$19.24 - $21.64 Hourly## DescriptionJob Purpose:* As a Supported Employment Specialist at Cornerstone, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals with disabilities to achieve personal, social, and vocational goals. You will provide guidance and counseling to help clients overcome barriers and enhance their quality of life across multiple locationsKey Responsibilities:* Provide high quality vocational supports including resume building & job development* Network with local employers to educate them on hiring incentive benefits* Assists clients in maintaining employment by frequent visits to the work site## Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences preferred* Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience can be substituted* The use of a personal vehicle to assist clients as needed is requiredOur company offers a dynamic and collegial work environment, ongoing opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including 3 weeks paid vacation, up to 500 hours of sick leave, 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays (bonus days). Eligible for health care (single and family) the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Must work a minimum of 20 hours per week to be eligible for benefits and leave accruals. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match available. This is afull-time (40 hours/week) position.Cornerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.