Easterseals Southern California
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Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.
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Are you passionate about finding job seekers meaningful employment that is more than just a job? Do you dream big and see a world where everyone sees the abilities of job seekers, regardless of disability? As a Vocational Specialist, you are the ultimate connector between employers and job seekers.
Position: Vocational Specialist 1
Location: Culver City - La Tijera site - This position is considered hybrid but most of the work will be done in the community with job seekers and employers.
Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hourly Starting Pay Rate: $25 per hour
Additional Information: Candidate must have reliable transportation, insurance, and a clean DMV record. Spanish speaking a plus.
Find out more about Employment Services: https://socal.easterseals.com/get-support/areas-of-support/workfirst-employment-services
As a Vocational Specialist you will:
Guide job seekers through a discovery process to identify their strengths and ideal work conditions
Develop customized job search strategies with detailed timelines
Build confidence and create buy-in with job seekers
Support clients throughout the interview and onboarding process
Seek out community opportunities and forge meaningful business relationships
Use your business acumen to understand employers' needs and challenges
Advocate for individuals, our services, and innovative employment practices
You'll Thrive Here If You:
See "no" as merely a temporary roadblock, not a dead end
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and can speak the language of business
Read subtle cues and adapt conversations accordingly
Connect with others easily and meaningfully
Excel at negotiation and relationship building
Recognize potential in others, sometimes before they see it themselves
Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently to achieve goals
Our Vocational Specialists come from a variety of backgrounds. Apply today if you have the passion, drive, and desire to make a positive impact in the lives of the people we support:
Real Estate
Marketing
Non-Profit
Case Managers
Education
Customer Service
Benefits and Perks of being an ESSC associate include:
Excellent Monday through Friday work schedule. No weekends or evenings
Full-time positions are eligible for medical, dental, & vision, 401k program, tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year, student loan counseling program, 15 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, etc.
Great work culture & work/life balance
ACRE Certification through on-the-job training
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OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under direct supervision, provides individual employment services. Determines client interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics for vocational planning purposes. Develops and executes job placement plan. Ensures complete and accurate files are established and maintained. Prepares associated reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
EDUCATION:
Typically requires HS diploma.|ACRE (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators) Certification is required.
EXPERIENCE:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Carrying/Lifting: Occasional / 0-10 lbs.
Standing: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day
Sitting: Constant / Up to 8 hours per day
Walking: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day
Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing. Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, grasping, and twisting
Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint with or without corrective lenses
Travel: Up to 30% of time
Environmental Exposure: None
