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About the Role
Work Ready is seeking a compassionate, skilled, adaptable, and reliable Employment Specialist to assist individuals with mild to moderate disabilities in the Austin area in achieving meaningful employment. You will manage a caseload, guide customers through the job market, secure employment, and provide on-the-job support until they work independently.
Responsibilities
- Support 12–16 clients at a time through job readiness, placement, and retention.
- Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and placement records.
- Submit job applications on behalf of clients and follow up in person with local businesses.
- Build and maintain a network of employers through face-to-face outreach.
- Create interview opportunities through in-person networking and advocacy.
- Match clients with jobs that reflect their employment goals and strengths.
- Provide job coaching and accommodations to ensure long-term success and satisfaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational abilities.
- Creative and resourceful approach to overcoming employment barriers.
- Proficient in writing reports and maintaining accurate records.
- Willingness to work flexible hours based on client and employer needs.
- Prior success in marketing, sales, or customer-facing roles is a plus.
Skills
- Job readiness
- Job placement
- Job retention
- Documentation
- Progress notes
- Placement records
- Application support
- Employer engagement
- Networking
- Advocacy
- Goal-based placement
- Job coaching
- Accommodations
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- Mid-level
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $40,000 (Training & Credentialing Period: 120 days)
- $15,200 base salary plus incentives (Post-Credentialing)
- $58,000–$64,000 (Average Annual Income)
About the Company
- Work Ready assists individuals with mild to moderate disabilities in achieving meaningful employment.