Employment Specialist/Job Developer/Full Time

Employment Specialist / Job Developer

Jefferson City, MO

$24.50 –$25.00 per hour

Full-Time | Non-Exempt | 40 Hours Per Week (Schedule Varies)

Help People Find Purpose Through Employment

At United Cerebral Palsy Heartland, we believe employment changes lives. We are seeking a driven, relationship-focused Employment Specialist/Job Developer to help individuals with disabilities discover their strengths, secure competitive employment, and build long-term success in the workplace.

If you enjoy networking, building community partnerships, and helping people reach their goals — this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

As an Employment Specialist, you will lead and implement all phases of vocational services, including:

• Developing individualized employment plans based on client strengths and goals
• Building relationships with local employers and community partners
• Identifying job opportunities and matching candidates to positions
• Supporting job placement, retention, and long-term success
• Educating employers about disability inclusion and workplace accommodations
• Maintaining knowledge of assistive technology and workplace supports
• Reviewing vocational, medical, educational, and psychological information to guide planning
• Conducting client orientations and weekly one-on-one goal meetings
• Participating in team planning meetings
• Completing documentation in compliance with program and funding guidelines
  
  

This role blends job development, career coaching, advocacy, and case coordination.

What You Bring

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends
• Ability to pass background and driving record checks
  
  

Preferred

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in social services, education, behavioral health, rehabilitation, human resources, marketing, or related field
• Experience in case management, employment services, sales, recruiting, HR, or workforce development
• Knowledge of disability services and community resources
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills
  
  

What Makes You Successful in This Role

• Comfortable reaching out to employers and building new partnerships
• Organized and able to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Strong communicator — confident with clients, families, employers, and funders
• Creative problem-solver who can think strategically
• Motivated by outcomes and long-term client success
  
  

Why Join UCP Heartland?

Mission-Driven Impact

Be part of a team creating life without limits for individuals with disabilities.

Competitive Pay

$24.50 – $25.00 per hour

Excellent Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Company-Paid Vision)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 10% Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off 10 Company Holidays
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage Reimbursement
  
  

Employment Requirements

Employment Is Contingent Upon Successful Completion Of

• Criminal background screening (including abuse/neglect registry)
• Motor vehicle record check
• Education and certification verification (if applicable)
• Reference checks
  
  

Hours Will Vary - 40 Hours Per Week