Employment Specialist
Department: Employment Services
Hours: Full or Part-Time
DO YOU HAVE THE COMPASSION TO HELP OTHERS?
Full or Part-time positions as Specialists in our Employment Services department.
Hours can be flexible.
As a member of TradeWinds Services and an integral part of a diverse population of individuals with disabilities, the candidate is responsible for evaluating, planning, organizing, and providing services on an individual basis for participants enrolled in the program who are seeking community employment. The primary job duties may vary based on the agency’s needs but includes job readiness instruction, discovery profiles, situational assessments, job development, and job coaching.
Experience Required: Must have strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities. Must be able to take direction and function as a team player. Must have excellent writing and verbal skills. Must have good decision-making and time management skills and be responsible, mature, and flexible. One to three years of experience working with diverse populations is preferred.
Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent GED required. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Social Services or related field.
Position Reports to Employment Services Coordinator
Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation (FT) or PTO (PT), Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.
