Employment Support Professional

Employment Support Professional (Full-Time / Part-Time) Starting pay at $19/hr. + Mileage Reimbursement Personal Vehicle Required) + Weekend Differential Pay Why You’ll Love Working at CDD Community-Focused Role: 100% community-based — minor facility work. You’ll support clients directly at job sites, training sessions, and local businesses throughout Kansas City. Flexible Schedule: Hours vary based on client and employer needs. Some early mornings, evenings, or weekends may be needed for client success. Real Impact: Your coaching empowers individuals to develop skills, gain confidence, and reach their goals through meaningful employment. Supportive Team: Join a caring organization that values collaboration and celebrates achievements. Career Growth: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement. What You’ll Do Coach clients in job readiness, professional skills, and workplace success. Assist with job placement, training, and long-term employment support. Build partnerships with employers and community agencies. Develop individualized employment plans and track outcomes in Therap. Travel daily using your personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed). What You Bring High school diploma or GED (required). Valid driver’s license (Class E MO or Class C KS), auto insurance, clean driving record, and personal vehicle (required). Compassionate communication, strong organization, and a person-centered mindset. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and complete CPR/First Aid (training provided). Prior caregiving, education, or human services experience and employment is preferred. The Role at a Glance Pay: $19/hr. + mileage reimbursement + weekend differential pay Work Setting: 100% community-based — location varies daily Schedule: Full-time or part-time; flexible hours coordinated with families and individuals Training: Paid two-week onboarding, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (required) Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about helping others reach their potential, we’d love to meet you. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. About CDD For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has helped individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive independently in their communities. Our mission is to promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusion — and we’re looking for compassionate professionals like you to help us continue that work. Apply today at and start changing lives tomorrow! #J-18808-Ljbffr