Employment Specialist - Community Employment Services

About the role

Join a team recognized as a Top Workplace for four consecutive years (2023–2026) as an Employment Specialist in Lehigh and Northampton counties. Help individuals discover their talents, abilities, and interests while earning a competitive pay rate.

Pay

Base pay: $19–$20/hour, determined by education level. Additional earnings:

• $1/hour for hours worked past 5pm Monday–Friday and all weekend hours.
• Up to $1.75/hour more upon completing all three levels of the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Career Ladder Program.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday with weekends off. Flexibility required, including some evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits at minimal employee cost.
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation in the first year, increasing to 18 days after one year.
• 9 paid holidays, including your birthday and a floating cultural holiday.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.
• Paid training and mileage reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities, including the NADSP Career Ladder Program.
• Casual work attire.
• Employee referral-bonus program.
• Special employee events, including raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards, and monthly events.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with transitioning into the workforce through career planning, coaching, and support.
• Partner with local businesses and employers.
• Provide on-the-job support for participants as needed.
• Assist individuals in obtaining meaningful and competitive employment.
• Maintain appropriate paperwork, complete assessments, and enter daily contacts in the agency database.
• Ensure development of employment plans to provide job longevity for participants.
• Network with community businesses to grow Community Based Assessment Placements based on participant interests.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required). Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• One year of experience working with individuals in community or employment settings (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Ability to work in varied settings and adapt to changing environments.
• Daily standing, sitting, lifting, and walking; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with technology platforms such as Setworks, Paylocity, Microsoft Office, and email.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules while maintaining productivity.

About Us

Via invests in its team through training, career development, and educational assistance. We foster a supportive work environment that encourages the success of both the individuals we serve and our employees. Our values include People, Growth, Teamwork, Community, Diversity, Shared Ideas, and Advocacy.