Employment Advisor

About the role

The Employment Advisor provides job coaching and retention services to an assigned group, working with an interdisciplinary team to deliver wraparound supports that help people with disabilities retain employment and improve work skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job development and job search activities tailored to each person's unique interests and strengths
• Provide individualized follow-along supports
• Facilitate both virtual and in-person job coaching
• May provide transportation to and from work

Requirements

• Self-motivated, creative, and innovative team player with a demonstrated ability to provide support in a respectful manner
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—with persons served, their families, coworkers, employers, and other stakeholders
• Basic computer skills and proven ability to use MS Word, Outlook, and other technology tools used to support people with disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of experience working with people with disabilities
• Bachelor's degree and experience working in workforce development programs are a plus
• A valid Maryland Driver's License with no significant traffic violations
• Completion of all required Fello and DDA trainings

Qualifications

• Equal opportunity employer
• Full-time position
• Includes an award-winning total rewards (benefits) package and paid professional development opportunities

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Experience working with people with disabilities

Benefits

• Award-winning total rewards package
• Paid professional development opportunities

Pay

• Competitive salary

Schedule

• Full-time