Job Description

You can earn more, grow more, and Be More at Easterseals.

Easterseals leads the way to full equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and our community. Join us, and together, we will make the world a better, brighter, more fulfilling place for all.

We all want to find a career we love. As an Employment Specialist at Easterseals, you will help unlock strengths, discover passions and develop employment skills so those with disabilities can find a job they love! Join us!

The Employment Specialist supports individuals with disabilities in gaining competitive employment. This position assesses skills; assists with career exploration, discovery and planning activities; teaches employment-related skills through pre-employment training; and provides on-the-job and retention supports. Ensures supports provided meet organizational guidelines, funder requirements and accreditation standards.

• Full-time employment opportunities
• Hours include evenings and weekends for job coaching commitments
• Pay based on individual experience
• Yearly raise opportunities
• Job training
• Comprehensive PTO, retirement, and health benefits package for full-time team members

Qualifications for this role include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College coursework in human services or business-related field preferred.
• Knowledge of individuals with disabilities required.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals within the human services field preferred.
• Experience working in employment services preferred.
• At least one year of experience working in customer service or sales preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.
• Ability to obtain a class E license and have reliable transportation.
• Only candidate's who upload their resume will be considered for position

Pay Information

Starting at $21.00 / hour