Job description
Part-time (15-28 hours) with a flexible schedule (in between the hours of M-F 9-5 and/or weekends).
Starting pay is $20.00-21.00 per hour, potentially increasing after additional training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Complete client intakes, ensuring that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately.
- Maintain an active caseload with regularly scheduled appointments with professionals and community partners.
- Teach job searching and job development techniques to all clients.
- Assist individuals with resume and cover letter writing as well as interview skills before and during job searching.
- Assist clients in tracking job applications, interviews, and follow-up times with potential employers.
- Provide instruction and training on a variety of issues and skills related to employment. This could include but is not limited to nutrition, hygiene and health needs, appropriate social interactions, and transportation.
- Find and obtain employment for all assigned clients promptly.
- Assist the client in obtaining any support needed to maintain employment.
- Assist the management team in developing and implementing procedures, guidelines, and forms for the program.
- Assist in monthly billing of program participants.
- Assist supervisor in maintaining caseload spreadsheet to track program information.
- Continually seek out new ways to promote the company as a whole including making presentations, attending community events, and building work relationships.
- Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree in Human Services or Marketing field preferred.
- Minimum of 6 months previous experience working with adults with disabilities.
- Valid Utah driver's license.
- Clean driving record (no major violations, 2 or fewer minor traffic violations).
- Able to pass a background check and drug screening.
- ACRE Certification.
- First Aid & CPR Training.
- ADEN Core Training.
Apply for the position of Employment Specialist at www.workactivitycenter.org/work-at-the-center/ or in person at the Work Activity Center (1275 W 2320 S, West Valley City, UT 84119). Please select the job title: Employment Specialist.
About WAC | Work Activity Center:
Employees of The Work Activity Center have the rewarding opportunity to do work that is both enjoyable and challenging. When our shifts end and we go home, we know we have made a difference in the lives of those we serve. Although prior experience working with people with disabilities is a plus, we have a number of entry level positions where it is not required. Prior experience in a related field is required for supervisory and managerial positions. All of our employees receive many hours of training that enable them to interact with our clients in a professional manner and to effectively fulfill our mission of enriching the lives of people with disabilities by providing opportunities for independence and individual growth. We want our new team members to be firmly committed to our mission. For us, Work Activity Center is not just a job. We are fortunate to be able to make a contribution to the individual lives of our program participants. Our employees fill full time and part time positions in a variety of work schedules. If you have limited availability for work, there may be a schedule that would be a good fit for you. In addition to compatible work schedules, the Center offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees. If you are seeking an opportunity that provides rewarding experiences every shift you work, we invite you to submit an resume or employment application. Those who are selected for interview are contacted by our Human Resources Department.
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