Employment Specialist

$19 - $20 per hour

Work Opportunities Unlimited

FT/PT
Vero Beach, FL (
Posted on August 21, 2026
Job ID:9939
Work Opportunities Unlimited

Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned (ESOP) business that has been helping people with diverse skills and abilities find meaningful employment since 1982. You can be part of our rewarding mission to positively impact lives each and every day.

As an Employment Specialist you will help individuals find meaningful employment. Please note that this role would require candidates to have the following experience:

Four yearsof experience in a public vocational rehabilitation and/or workforce development setting working with individuals with disabilities including responsibilities in job coaching and job placementOR an associate’s degree and three years of experience OR a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience OR a master’s degree and one year of experience.

A typical day might include the following:

Working with individuals to develop career goals and objectives
Teaching individuals how to create a customized resume, fill out effective job applications, write cover letters, and prepare for interviews
Engaging with local businesses to develop potential job opportunities
Coaching and guiding individuals at their job sites

This position may interest you if:

You want to positively impact an individual’s life
You have experience in a public vocational rehabilitation and/or workforce development setting working with individuals with disabilities
You thrive being part of a collaborative team, yet can work independently

Career growth opportunities – potential selection into our Management Training Program for people who have the following experience:

Management of a small team
Informal leadership in sports, clubs, or civic organizations

Additional Requirements include:

Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community
Monday – Friday, daytime business hours
Comfortable using MS Office, documenting notes in an electronic system, and accessing apps on a mobile device

Interested in learning more?

Apply today. If you have any questions, please call our team at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io

All conversations are confidential. We look forward to learning more about you.

To learn more about our inspiring work, click on the links below:

We offer:

Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities
Health and Wellness
Work/life balance
Growth and Development

Pay: $19-$20 room for additional compensation based on supporting clients to achieve successful outcomes

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Upon employment acceptance, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background and motor vehicle check.

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