Youth Employment Specialist

Description At employU, our culture is EPIC. It’s not just a buzzword; it’s how we show up every day for our team and the community we serve. employU Values Statement — EPICEmpowerment – We give every person the tools, support, and confidence to chart their own career path. Passion – Energy and enthusiasm drive us to exceed expectations and change lives. Integrity – Honesty, transparency, and ethical decision‑making guide everything we do. Commitment – We invest in long‑term partnerships with clients, employers, and one another to ensure shared success. Looking for meaningful work with a team that lives its values? You’ll fit right in at employU. Join our team! A flexible schedule, paid weekly, working in the community, making a difference, being surrounded by a great team, and maintaining work/life balance—this is what you can expect working at employU. Our team works within the disability community to empower our customers with the knowledge, connections, and confidence required to achieve independence by establishing a sustainable career. Because we are always expanding, there is always an opportunity for growth for those seeking career advancement. Full‑time Employee Benefits Health Insurance Health Savings Account Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bonus Potential (eligible positions) Flexible work schedule for exceptional work/life balance Part‑time Employee Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Pet Insurance 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Basic Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible work schedule for exceptional work/life balance Position Summary The Youth Employment Specialist is a direct service provider to all assigned clients responsible for fulfilling Work Based Learning referrals. They communicate directly with referred clients, the client’s supports and with Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to build relationships and properly fulfill the client’s goals. The Youth Employment Specialist coordinates and communicates with the Lead Youth Employment Specialist to discuss placements and activity, attends team planning meetings, reviews payroll for clients, and ensures case notes and deliverables are submitted promptly. Essential Functions Develops new business relationships for clients which enables them to perform their Work Based Learning Experiences (WBLE). Assists with the intake of new clients to ensure clear expectations are set, documentation is completed accurately, and the new client is cleared to work in a WBLE. Ensures each client is placed in appropriate WBLE locations and is provided with the relevant level of support. Creates accommodations for clients to ensure WBLE success including task lists, adding phone reminders, modifying tasks based on the client’s learning style, and others as needed. Works with supervisors at job sites where clients are working to ensure potential issues are addressed promptly. Ensures effective communication with client families so that they are aware of progress, challenges, or any issues that may arise during services. Maintains regular contact with clients and their supports when appropriate (call, text or email) to discuss appointments, scheduled interviews, and to ensure the appropriate level of support is provided. Creates accurate and professional case notes and deliverables in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to be submitted to Vocational Rehabilitation for approval and correct errors promptly. Reviews staff training on new policies, procedures, and processes. Competes monthly summary reviews in a timely manner as instructed. Communicates with Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to provide updates on each client and address issues as they arise. Ensures shared calendars are up to date. Assists with special programs in their area as needed. Drives clients to various locations as needed. Completes other required duties as directed. Position Qualifications Competency Statement(s): Job Knowledge; Critical and Strategic Thinking; Problem Solving/Analysis; Interpersonal Skills; Communication; Sales Skills; Organizational Skills; Time Management Skills & Abilities Education: High School diploma required; some college including a degree in any field preferred. Experience: No experience necessary; experience working with individuals with a disability and/or prior counseling, job placement, job coaching or working within public vocational rehabilitation programs is preferred. Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Suite, Adobe and web‑based database systems. Background Screening Requirement: This position requires a level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants can learn more about the screening process by visiting Other Requirements Open availability required: must be available during days, evenings and weekends to work around students’ school schedule. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, auto registration, auto insurance coverage-minimum (bodily injury $50,000 per person/$100,000 per accident). Bilingual is a plus (English / Spanish); ASL is a plus. Confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple deadlines is required. Must have own computer, printer, smartphone with data plan, and high‑speed internet connection. Other Job Details Supervision: None. Travel: Local travel required. Physical Demands and Working Environment: Environment – Office environment and in the field at various business locations. Physical – Standing, walking, reaching, and prolonged periods sitting while driving and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds as needed. Vision – See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents. Hearing – Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. #J-18808-Ljbffr