Employment SpecialistWork Unlimited • Corvallis, OR, US

Employment Specialist

Work Unlimited • Corvallis, OR, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Salary : $19.50-$21.75 / hr

Employment Specialist Supported Employment Program

Corvallis, Oregon

Do you have a passion for helping others succeed in the workplace? Do you have job coaching experience or skills that could translate into supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive in their careers? If so, Work Unlimited would love to meet you!

Our Supported Employment Program is one of the largest in Corvallis and continues to grow in Salem. Were hiring Employment Specialists in both locations and are especially interested in candidates with direct job coaching or supported employment experience.

We also offer an incredible benefits package and paid training.

Our Mission & Purpose

At Work Unlimited, we provide quality residential, employment, and community living programs for people experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities and challenging behavioral issues.

In our Supported Employment Program, we focus on :

Building social skills and community connections
Matching skills and interests to the right job opportunities
Providing on-the-job coaching and long-term support
Advocating for inclusion and career growth

Were as committed to our employees as we are to the people we support our team consistently shares how this work is deeply rewarding and life-changing.

Your Impact as an Employment Specialist

Provide on-site job coaching to help people learn and maintain workplace skills

Support people at community worksites, modeling professional behavior and workplace problem-solving

Identify a person's skills and match them with jobs, volunteer roles, or community activities

Advocate for inclusion and help people overcome employment barriers

Build strong relationships with employers and community partners

What You Bring

Previous job coaching experience or related experience supporting individuals in a work setting

Patience, creativity, and commitment to helping others succeed

Ability to adapt coaching strategies to each individuals needs

Strong communication and advocacy skills

Belief in the value of inclusion and meaningful work

Benefits

Paid training, including job coaching best practices

Marketplace health insurance for full-time employees (multiple plan options)

Dental, vision, and life insurance (full-time)

OregonSaves retirement plan

Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

Supplemental insurance (AFLAC)

PTO and paid sick time

$50 winter gift card & annual retention bonus

Employee discounts (Verizon)

Free quarterly IT assistance for personal devices

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply today and help us create career opportunities that change lives!

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Employment Specialist • Corvallis, OR, US

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