Easterseals
Vocational Specialist I - Creating Meaningful Employment
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Job Description
- Req#: 10105
- Guide job seekers through a discovery process to identify their strengths and ideal work conditions
- Develop customized job search strategies with detailed timelines
- Build confidence and create buy-in with job seekers
- Support clients throughout the interview and onboarding process
- Seek out community opportunities and forge meaningful business relationships
- Use your business acumen to understand employers' needs and challenges
- Advocate for individuals, our services, and innovative employment practices
- See "no" as merely a temporary roadblock, not a dead end
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and can speak the language of business
- Read subtle cues and adapt conversations accordingly
- Connect with others easily and meaningfully
- Excel at negotiation and relationship building
- Recognize potential in others, sometimes before they see it themselves
- Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
- Competitive hourly rate of $25/hour
- Low-cost healthcare options (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401K with Company Match up to 3.5%
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- ACRE Certification through on-the-job training
- 1-2 years experience in business or vocational rehabilitation (or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience)
- Reliable transportation with insurance and vehicle registration
- Ability to travel throughout Southern California
- Proficiency with MS Office Applications
- Driving record that complies with Transportation Safety Standards
- Ability to pass post-offer medical examination and TB test
- Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance
- Ability to pass all required drug testing
Overview
About the Role
Are you passionate about creating employment opportunities for people with disabilities? Do you thrive on connecting people with possibilities? As a Vocational Specialist, you'll be the bridge between job seekers with disabilities and businesses seeking talented employees. Your work will transform lives, strengthen businesses, and create a stronger community in the LA West side, Pasadena, Glendale, and Alhambra areas.
Join our supportive and collaborative team as a Vocational Specialist and make a tangible difference in your community!
Compensation: $25/hour
Responsibilities
Your Impact
You dream big and see a world where everyone sees the abilities of your job seekers. As the ultimate connector, you will:
You'll Thrive Here If You
What We Offer
Qualifications
Apply today and transform both your career and your community!
About the company
Easterseals provides exceptional services, education, outreach and advocacy so that people with disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.