Career Consultant
Career Consultant
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Kansas City Metro
Type: Community-Based
Status: Non-Exempt
Salary: $21.53/hour + Full Benefits
About the role
Place an average of 4 clients per quarter into real community jobs -- measurable, meaningful impact.
Build lasting employer partnerships across the Kansas City metro.
Competitive pay at $21.53/hour plus mileage reimbursement and full benefits.
Be part of a team that believes employment is a right for every person with a disability.
Responsibilities
- Complete career discovery, job preparation, job development, and placement activities with clients.
- Assist clients with mock interviews, resumes, cover letters, and career portfolios.
- Find appropriate employment opportunities and make quality job matches.
- Develop written career plans outlining vocational goals, strengths, and supports needed.
- Cook up supports at job sites to minimize job loss and meet minimum contact requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Therap within 24 hours of record completion.
- Market the program to employers, funders, families, and schools to build referral networks.
- Collect client and family satisfaction surveys twice per year.
- Complete required certifications (14 hours year one, 4 hours annually thereafter).
- Assist with Summer Work Programs and intakes as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and proof of insurance.
- Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass background and registry screening.
- Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Preferred
- Familiarity with community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- At least one year of experience supporting individuals with disabilities in community settings.
The Role at a Glance
- Pay: $21.53/hour + mileage reimbursement
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Setting: Community-based across the Kansas City metro
- Travel: Daily travel throughout the metro area
- Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, and more
About CDD
The Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD) has been a cornerstone of the Kansas City community for over 50 years, providing compassionate, high-quality support services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
The team is driven by a shared belief that every person deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, purpose, and connection.
CDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Apply for this Position
Apply today at www.CDDKC.org and start changing lives tomorrow!