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Employment Support Specialist

Echo Communications
Leesburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026
NO Nights or Weekends | Monday–Friday Day Schedule | $20/hr

Employment Support Specialist / DSP – Help Adults Succeed at Work

Looking for a meaningful job where you can help people succeed AND have your evenings and weekends free?

At ECHO, we're hiring an Employment Support Specialist to help adults with disabilities find, learn, and succeed in real jobs in the community.

Monday–Friday only (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)

No nights. No weekends. No shift work.

Consistent schedule every week

If you enjoy mentoring, coaching, or helping others grow-this role is incredibly rewarding.

What You'll Do (Real-World Impact)

This is not a desk job-you'll be out in the community supporting individuals at their workplaces.

  • Coach and support individuals on the job at local businesses
  • Help build confidence, independence, and job skills
  • Assist with learning tasks, routines, and workplace expectations
  • Support positive relationships between participants and employers
  • Track progress and celebrate milestones
  • Ensure safety and follow individualized support plans

You're helping someone succeed at work-and that changes lives

Why People Love This Job

  • ✅ Set weekday schedule – no nights or weekends
  • ✅ Community-based work (not stuck in one location)
  • ✅ Build relationships and see real progress
  • ✅ Meaningful, purpose-driven work
  • ✅ Supportive team environment

Pay & Benefits

  • $20–$22/hour starting pay
  • Company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 403(b) with employer match

Who This Role Is Perfect For

You don't have to be an "expert"-we're looking for the right mindset:

  • Patient, encouraging, and dependable
  • Strong communicator who enjoys working with people
  • Interested in coaching, mentoring, or teaching others
  • Comfortable working in different community settings

Great Fit For

  • Job coaches or employment specialists
  • Teachers, paraprofessionals, or school staff
  • Human services or psychology graduates
  • People leaving retail/food service who want daytime hours purpose

✔️ Basic Requirements

  • Valid driver's license with good driving record
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening (including fingerprinting)
  • Experience in human services or related field preferred-but we will train the right person

Our Hiring Process (Fast & Simple)

We Move Quickly And Respect Your Time

  • Quick 15-minute phone interview
  • Onsite visit / meet the team
  • Fast hiring decision

We aim to move from application to offer in just a few days

About ECHO

For 50 years, ECHO has helped adults with disabilities build independence, find employment, and connect with their community. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed-and our team makes that happen every day.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a job where you can make a real difference while keeping your evenings and weekends free, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://echoworks.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

Position Requirement

  • Successful completion of drug/alcohol screening and a background check to include fingerprinting

Salary : $20 - $22

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