Employment Readiness Instructor

Easterseals Florida is seeking a dedicated and engaging Employment Specialist to help youth and adults achieve meaningful, long-term employment. In this role, you'll provide job readiness training, career counseling, job placement assistance, and post-employment support. You'll also deliver transition services for youth with disabilities, helping them build social, vocational, and workplace skills as they prepare for life after school. This position works closely with job seekers, employers, schools, and community partners to create successful employment pathways.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' skills, employment needs, and goals through interviews and career counseling
• Create individualized employment plans tailored to each client's strengths
• Provide job readiness training, including resumes, interview skills, and workplace expectations
• Build relationships with local employers and community organizations
• Coordinate job fairs, employment events, and business engagement activities
• Assist clients with job searches, applications, interview preparation, and onboarding
• Match clients to appropriate job opportunities and provide follow-up support to promote job retention
• Teach workplace communication, problem-solving, and professional behavior in classroom and community settings
• Support youth transitioning out of school through community-based instruction and work-based learning
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports, and documentation in a timely manner
• Collaborate with workforce agencies, schools, and community partners
• Coordinate community-based learning experiences, youth employment camps, and work-based learning opportunities

Requirements

• Associate's degree and one year of experience with youth and/or adults with disabilities OR two years of experience in vocational services (in place of a degree)
• At least one year of experience working with adults with disabilities, justice-involved individuals, or long-term unemployed populations
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation, youth transition, and adult employment programs
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and travel throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties
• Reliable personal vehicle, valid Florida driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to work with diverse populations and support individuals with employment barriers
• Commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and Easterseals values
• Ability to meet approved driver qualifications (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
• An energetic, resourceful, and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful, and team-based environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(K) retirement savings plan
• Wellness program and work-life balance
• Live and on-demand professional development

Pay

$17.50 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule

Full-Time position working 40 hours per week

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 – 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger!