Vocational Employment Specialist | Job Coaching & Career Support

Job Description:Job Title: Vocational Support SpecialistLocation: Wentzville, Missouri / St. Peters, MissouriDepartment / Program: Firefly Employment ServicesEmployment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (subject to availability)Job Summary:At Firefly, our mission is to help people build the life they choose through advocacy, personalized care, education, and unwavering belief. As a Vocational Support Specialist, you will help individuals recognize their strengths, develop workplace skills, explore career opportunities, and succeed in meaningful employment. This is an opportunity to build trusted relationships, connect people with inclusive employers, encourage greater independence, and see the real impact of your work.At Firefly, we do not create magic. We build belief. Belief that leads to independence, joy, and lives people are proud to call their own. Through career planning, job coaching, skill development, and employer partnerships, you will help transform possibility into progress. We are looking for an encouraging, resourceful, and adaptable Belief Builder who is ready to support each person’s unique path toward employment and independence.This position offers…Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costMileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travelEmployee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College TuitionWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforceAdditional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn moreKey Responsibilities:Coach individuals as they develop career goals, workplace skills, confidence, and greater independenceGuide clients through career exploration, job seeking, onboarding, workplace adjustment, and long-term employment successBuild relationships with local employers to create inclusive employment, training, and work-based learning opportunitiesDevelop individualized service plans based on each person’s strengths, abilities, preferences, and goalsProvide on-site and off-site job coaching, skill development, and personalized workplace supportTeach interviewing, workplace communication, problem-solving, professional behavior, job retention, and independent living skillsPartner with employers to identify reasonable accommodations, promote disability inclusion, and support positive workplace relationshipsCoordinate transportation, benefits support, work-based learning experiences, and other services connected to client goalsAdvocate for clients while collaborating with employers, referral sources, families, and community partnersRespond to workplace concerns or crises with professionalism, sound judgment, and individualized supportMonitor client progress, service authorizations, utilization, and employment outcomesMaintain accurate documentation and communication in accordance with confidentiality, contractual, CARF, and organizational standardsEducation, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:Possess a high school diploma or equivalentOffer an associate or bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, human services, social services, education, psychology, business, or a related field preferredBring experience in vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, job coaching, case management, disability services, social services, or a related field preferredAdditional Qualifications:Build positive and respectful relationships with clients, employers, referral sources, community partners, and team membersUnderstand disabilities, workplace inclusion, assistive technology, and reasonable accommodations, or demonstrate a willingness to learnCommunicate clearly through coaching, instruction, employer engagement, and written documentationOrganize multiple client needs, appointments, employment activities, and reporting requirementsWork independently in community and employment settings while collaborating with the Firefly teamAdapt to client and employer needs, including occasional evening, weekend, or overnight hours when requiredTravel throughout Wentzville, St. Peters, and surrounding communities to support clients and engage employersBuild Belief. Unlock Possibility.Belief is not wishful thinking. It is what unlocks possibility, and once it starts to grow, it flies. At Firefly, our Belief Builders show up with trust, support, and collaboration to help people light up with possibility. If you are ready to help individuals build independence, discover meaningful work, and create lives they are proud to call their own, apply today.Position Perks & Benefits:Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal lifeEmployee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & moreTop-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happinessBrightli is on a Mission:A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services