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Employment Specialist

$19 - $21 per hour

Work Opportunities Unlimited

Employment Specialist

  • FT/PT

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (

  • Posted on September 18, 2026

  • Job ID:9836

  • 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(known internally as a Career Resource 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

  • Community-based travel in your personal vehicle to facilitate community-based job development and coaching , ensuring all services are delivered directly in the local environment. (mileage reimbursement provided)

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.

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We offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities

  • Health and Wellness

  • Work/life balance

  • Growth and Development

Pay: $19-$21 room for additional compensation based on supporting clients to achieve successful outcomes

For further details on the above, please click here: 

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

For additional information regarding The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, Please click here ( .

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