Employment Specialist (Part-Time)

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring a part-time Employment Specialist in Tempe, AZ to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment.
• Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
• Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites.
• Able to work with all types of criminal backgrounds, including sex offenders.
• Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
• Accurately complete all documentation.
• Experience with billing and authorization processes, particularly in employment or vocational services.
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Open availability.
• Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record and reliable transportation.
• UNT credentials are a plus.

About the Organization

Community Options, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday.
• Generous PTO.
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Incredible career growth opportunities.
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction.