Vocational Specialist for Disability Employment

Brightli; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee benefits package

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming culture

Job summary

Brightli in Neosho, Missouri seeks an Employment Specialist to help people with disabilities pursue meaningful careers. You will provide individualized career planning, job placement, benefits planning, and retention support while building strong employer partnerships.

The role requires strong communication, experience in employment services, and willingness to travel. This position offers full-time hours with a supportive team and growth opportunities within Brightli.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience delivering employment services.
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and community partners.
• Must be able to travel extensively and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through individualized career planning using interviews and counseling.
• Develop competitive employment opportunities by building employer relationships.
• Support clients through the employment process with instruction and retention coaching.
• Coordinate benefits planning at service start and during changes to hours or pay.
• Advocate for clients with employers, families, schools, and community partners.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Report writing

Travel willingness

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Internet platforms

Job description

Brightli in Neosho, Missouri seeks an Employment Specialist to help people with disabilities pursue meaningful careers. You will provide individualized career planning, job placement, benefits planning, and retention support while building strong employer partnerships.

The role requires strong communication, experience in employment services, and willingness to travel. This position offers full-time hours with a supportive team and growth opportunities within Brightli.