Employment Specialist, Full-time

Employment Specialist - Visions Program

Do you have a passion for helping others achieve greater independence and success? As an Employment Specialist , you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in securing and maintaining meaningful employment while building confidence, skills, and self-sufficiency.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00
This position is community based with a flexible schedule as required.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide job coaching and workplace support to program participants.

- Help individuals develop job skills and adapt to workplace culture.

- Build positive relationships with participants, employers, and community partners.

- Support job retention through mentoring, problem-solving, and regular job site visits.

- Assist participants in identifying career goals and connecting with employment opportunities and resources.

- Advocate for participants while promoting person-centered services and independence.

- Maintain accurate documentation and participant records.

- Collaborate with team members and employers to achieve successful employment outcomes.

Benefits:

• Full-time employees will receive up to 20 paid vacation days in the first year
• Additional paid holidays vary by position and department
• Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Accidental insurances available
• Medical insurance available to full-time employees
• 401k plan with employer match after the six months
• Professional development and personal support services
• One-on-one coaching to reach career and educational goals
• Tuition reimbursement
• 20% employee discount at the Greater Grand Rapids retail stores

Requirements

-  Passion for serving individuals with disabilities and supporting inclusive employment.

- Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently in a community-based setting.

- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to various community locations.

- Experience in human services, employment services, rehabilitation, or a related field preferred.

- Must be able to provide own transportation to various sites in the community and have the ability to engage with diverse populations.