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Employment Specialist

$23.32 - $28.43 per hour

Cascade Connections

New higher wage! $23.32 - $28.43/hr
  • $500 SIGN-ON BONUS: New employees receive a $500 bonus after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.

Applicants must complete an online application and submit a resume to be considered.

JOB SUMMARY Support persons with disabilities referred to Cascade Connections for vocational services. Cascade Connections' customers are typically referred from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Developmental Disabilities Administration. This position requires varying skills and duties based on the particular customer's unique skills and abilities and their vocational goals. A key component of this position is job coaching and support connections made in the community.

REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent (higher education in related fields preferred)
  • Effectively communicates and understands, reads, and writes in English
  • Willing to submit to for-cause drug testing
  • Pass a DSHS background check
  • Willing to fulfill non-standard work hours to meet immediate, short-term coaching needs
  • Work well with people and demonstrate leadership qualities
  • Make quick and independent decisions
  • Return phone calls and emails in a timely manner
  • Work independently and in a team environment
  • Represent Cascade Connections professionally in the community
  • Be organized and efficient
  • Use strong problem-solving skills
  • Use Microsoft Business and Google Workspace applications
  • Believe that all people can and should work
  • Experience working with people with diverse backgrounds and ethnicities preferred
JOIN OUR TEAM
  • Make a positive difference
  • Work close to home
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Paid training
  • Supportive team environment
  • Competitive employee and benefit packages
  • Opportunities for development
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Opportunities to work with diverse populations
  • Great experience for future career paths
BENEFITS
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Life insurance
Overtime eligible. Visit the "APPLY TODAY" link below and download the attachment to see the full job description and requirements.

Cascade Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer and stands committed to Affirmative Action.**

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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