Employment Specialist

THE COMPANYSince 1987, RISE has provided practical, professional, and personal growth opportunities for children, adults, and their families. With our innovative approach, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals and families we serve through the delivery of person-centered services.Our services have expanded from moving individuals living in institutions to family settings into supporting adults and children with highly diverse support needs in a wide variety of homes and community-based settings.THE POSITIONThe Employment Specialist provides a variety of employment services, including but not limited to: job seeking, job retention skill building, resume writing, site development and job placement, community based work adjustment, job coaching and job shadowing. Due to the autonomy associated with this position, employees are required to maintain accurate time and mileage logs, as well as accurate billing information.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSEstablish successful employment outcomes for clientsProvide communication regarding progress to all clients and providers as appropriateCreate and implement behavioral objectives and goals on the jobsite with clientsEstablish and maintain positive relationships with clients and team membersDevelop appropriate work sites in the communityApplicants must be at least 21 years oldHigh School Diploma or GED (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)Previous employment services, human service experience and/or sales and marketing experienceHave reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license and car insuranceMust be able to pass a background checkMust provide or obtain CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by RISE)What Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work?Perks for All:Competitive hourly rateFlexible scheduleMeaningful WorkEmployee Assistance ProgramPremium Holiday PayEducational AssistanceMileage ReimbursementRetirement Plan with company matchIf you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:(a) Dedicated fax View phone number on click.appcast.io(b) Dedicated email View email address on click.appcast.io DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY(c) US mail -4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources(d) Dedicated phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLYRISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr