Vocational Specialist

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 a Vocational Specialist you will help individuals find meaningful employment.

A typical day might include the following:

• Using your vehicle to travel to and from different locations throughout the day (mileage reimbursement provided)
• 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

This position may interest you if:

• You want to positively impact an individual's life
• You have previous experience in high-touch customer service environments
• 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:

• MUST HAVE A bachelor’s degree with one year of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities OR an associate degree with two years of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities OR High School Diploma (or GED) with four years direct experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community
• Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community
• Monday – Friday, daytime business hours (flexibility offered for part-time)
• 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 866-761-1347 or email careers@workopportunities.net

All conversations are confidential. We look forward to learning more about you.

To learn more about our inspiring work, click on the links below:

https://workopportunities.net/#culture-video

https://workopportunities.net/successes/

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities
• Health and Wellness
• Work/life balance
• Growth and Development

Pay: $19-$20 **room for additional compensation based on supporting clients to achieve successful outcomes**

For further details on the above, please click here: https://workopportunities.net/careers/

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

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