What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at Aptiv Inc?
As a Part-Time Employment Specialist in Black River Falls, you would support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible through meaningful employment. In this role, you would help new participants find work they enjoy by understanding their desires, capabilities, and goals. You would then help each of them get job-ready. Your ultimate goal is to help these individuals obtain and retain employment with businesses in the community.
SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION
- $19.44/hr
- Part-Time - Around 28 hours/week
- Flexible Scheduling; Weekend rotation availability required
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work directly with employers to place our program participants in a position that best matches their abilities through assessments and meetings.
- Build partnerships with businesses in the community to find employment opportunities for participants.
- With attention to detail, you develop community worksites and prepare meetings as well as training.
- Working closely with participants, families, case managers, and service providers, you advocate on behalf of the individuals you are serving.
- Occasionally provide transportation for participants to work, while also encouraging them to learn about other forms of transportation, and pedestrian safety skills, and assist with wheelchairs.
- You find it very rewarding to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives and find satisfying employment!
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Strong computer skills
- Knowledge of various software packages including Windows Applications and Google Drive
- Valid driver's license and reliable non-public transportation
- Passion for serving individuals with disabilities and providing employment options for them
- Strong relationship-building, time-management, and communication skills
Preferred:
- A bachelor's degree OR an associate degree with 3 years of experience in human services
- One year or more of experience in sales and working with individuals with disabilities
OUR TEAM AND THE BENEFITS
At Aptiv we value collaboration and teamwork. We strive for your personal development and learning. As a non-profit organization, we are always pushing to do better than the day before through collaborative thinking, goal-setting, encouragement, and innovation. We do it better, together and that's why we place such a high emphasis on the importance and value of our employees. We truly care about our employeess health, well-being, and safety we promote a positive work-life balance and a flexible work environment.
Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and open communication.
Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within the organization.
Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity and believe in creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.
Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? Apply today!
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