Job title: Employment Services Specialist
Company: TURN Community Services
Job description: TURN Community Services in St. George is looking to hire a full-time Employment Services Specialist. Are you looking to start a career in the human services industry? Would you like to join a nonprofit company with a team that feels like a family? If so, read on!
This entry-level human services position earns a competitive wage of $18/hour. We provide fantastic benefits, including a $600 sign-on bonus, an employee assistance program (EAP), and 21 hours of paid time off (PTO). Additionally, we offer our full-time (30 hours+/week) employees health plan through health reimbursement accounts (HRA) with an option to participate in a health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, additional accrued paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) with employer match, life, and disability. If this sounds like the right entry-level opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT TURN COMMUNITY SERVICES
Formerly known as Project TURN, we were founded in 1973 by a group of parents who wanted better program services for their adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Now known as TURN Community Services, we provide resources to more than 850 individuals with developmental disabilities across Utah. With locations from Brigham City to St. George, we offer a full range of services including day programs, residential living, art center programs, summer camp, and supported employment opportunities.
The mission of our nonprofit is to TURN dreams into reality and that objective applies to our employees as well. We genuinely care about the people in our employ and want to make a difference in their lives and careers. We strive to do so by offering generous benefits and promoting a work environment where everyone supports each other.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN EMPLOYMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
You work closely with students and adults with disabilities to help them find jobs. You assess their skills and career interests, develop job opportunities in the community, and provide on-the-job support to ensure they are fulfilling their job duties. In addition, you assist them in interviewing for jobs and then coach them until they are ready to stand on their own. Essentially, you are teaching individuals how to go through the process of getting a job and then keeping it. The typical schedule for this position is day time hours Monday through Friday, some flexibility to work at other times is required to meet the needs of the program and participants.
You actively promote and present information to local schools and businesses in order to encourage enrollment and participation. Having a job with a nonprofit where you get to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities brings you great fulfillment, and that’s why you’re perfect for this human services position!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN EMPLOYMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
- 18+ years of age
- Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
- Ability to complete ACRE certification (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educations) within 3 months of hire
- Proficient with a computer
- Willingness to comply with our company policy regarding background checks and drug screening
- Must have strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Must have experience in a human service field
Experience serving individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required. Are you outgoing and like talking with people? Do you find fulfillment in helping others? Can you inspire others to work hard? Are you looking for an entry-level job where you can learn and grow? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level job with our nonprofit, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 84790
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Expected salary: $18 per hour
Location: Saint George, UT
Job date: Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:04:20 GMT
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