Location: Queenstown,MD, USA
Employment Specialist – Human ServicesFT/PTQueenstown, MD ( MD&zoom=14&size=512x512&maptype=roadmap&sensor=false)Posted on November 22, 2024Job ID:9661Work Opportunities UnlimitedWork Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned Human Services company that has been helping people with barriers to employment find meaningful jobs since 1982. You can be part of our rewarding mission and make a difference in the lives of others each and every day.When you join our team, you join the best talent around. We offer individual development plans, customized training, competitive wages and benefits, a supportive company culture as well as tools and resources to succeed and advance within the company.An Employment Specialist engages clients to find and maintain meaningful work. This role will support clients through the process of achieving success and independence in employment.As an Employment Specialist, a typical day might include the following:Working with clients to develop career goals and objectives, assisting clients in finding and maintaining meaningful employmentTeaching clients how to create a customized resume, fill out effective job applications, write cover letters, and prepare for interviewsActively engaging with businesses to develop employment opportunities for clientsCoaching clients at their job site and providing guidance to ensure success and independenceThe job might be for you if:You are a great networker who enjoys building new relationships in the communityYou have human services experience or an interest in the fieldYou want to make a positive impact in the lives of othersYou thrive being part of a collaborative teamAdditional requirements include:Valid driver's license and comfortable with travel within the communityMonday – Friday, daytime hours availability (flexibility offered for part-time)Comfortable using technology for documentation and organizationInterested in learning more?Apply through Indeed today. If you have any questions, please call our team at 866-###-#### or email ...@workopportunities.netAll conversations are confidential. We look forward to learning more about you.About Work Opportunities UnlimitedWork Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned Human Services company that has been helping people with barriers to employment find meaningful jobs since 1982.We offer:Competitive wages in the range of $18-23/hr with bonus opportunities and mileage reimbursementWork/life balanceGrowth and DevelopmentFull range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, ESOP, tuition reimbursement, PTO (accrued based on hours worked and years of service), 3 sick days and 10 paid holidays. Eligibility for some benefits based on full-time or part-time status.For further details on the above, please click here: employment acceptance, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background and motor vehicle check