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Employment Specialist
Are you passionate about Inclusion, and looking for a way to make a difference? Come work for a small by design non-profit in employment for people with disabilities! We're seeking creative, energetic professionals who are committed to inclusion to join our diverse team and help make employment attainable for all.
In this role you will support people with disabilities through their career journey, and help businesses build a more inclusive workforce. As an entry position into the field of disability employment services, this is a great job if you are refocusing your experience to make a difference in the world.
About Us
SOUND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Sound Employment Services assists persons with disabilities to find, maintain, and advance in careers that fulfill their individual needs and aspirations. Some of our Clients have been with Sound Employment since 1987. Our small by design company takes the time to focus on individual needs of our clients and their employers. Our Staff at Sound Employment has over 50 years of combined experience in Social Services.
Services Sound Employment Provides
Employment Discovery/Assessment to determine interests and abilities of participant
Volunteer Work Placement, if applicable to gain work experience
Job Development seeking jobs that match the person’s abilities and job interest in the community.
Employer Education/Co-Worker Training to establish natural supports in the workplace
Job Training individual job coaching
Job Retention follow-up/consultation Services
Job Replacement assistance in securing jobs
Career Enhancement assistance in job advancement
Community Education presentations to increase disability.
What we offer:
Competitive pay, $21.00hr
Paid vacation plus incremental increases based on years of service.
Twelve paid personal holidays
401k plans with company contribution match.
mileage reimbursement
Paid training and professional development opportunities
What you’ll do:
This role requires daily driving in your own vehicle and will support individuals in Seattle and various surrounding King County neighborhoods.
Visit job sites to coach participants using positive behavior support techniques.
Develop service plans for people on your caseload, while consulting with businesses to help develop new jobs.
Help employers develop natural supports that work.
Discover client interests and abilities and translate those into paid jobs.
Document progress toward goals using cloud-based company provided laptop.
What you’ll bring:
Minimum of one year of disability experience in human services and/or social work.
Reliable transportation and ability to drive for work including valid driver’s license in good standing and proof of auto insurance.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities in a community setting.
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
Patience and a great outlook on life.
We’ll provide training in the three-step process of Discovery, Job Development, and Follow-along Coaching.
SOUND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is committed to diversity & inclusion and continually working to build a culture and climate in which every voice is valued, staff have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization. We specifically encourage people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.
SOUND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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