Employment Support Professional

What You’ll Do

• Coach clients in job readiness, professional skills, and workplace success.
• Aid with job placement, training, and long-term employment support.
• Create partnerships with employers and community agencies.
• Develop individualized employment plans and track outcomes in TherapTravel daily using your personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

What You Bring

• A high school diploma or GED (required).
• A valid driver’s license (Class E MO or Class C KS), auto insurance, clean driving record, and a personal vehicle (required).
• A compassionate communication style, strong organizational skills, and a person-centered mindset.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs and complete CPR/First Aid (training provided).
• Prior caregiving, education, or human services experience and employment is preferred.

The Role at a Glance

• Pay: $19/hr. + mileage reimbursement + weekend differential pay
• Work Setting: 100% community-based — location varies daily
• Schedule: Full-time or part-time; flexible hours coordinated with families and individuals
• Training: Paid two-week onboarding, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (required)

About CDD

For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has helped individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive independently in their communities. Our mission is to promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusion — and we’re looking for compassionate professionals like you to help us continue that work.

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