Employment Specialist

Overview

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 an Employment Specialist
, you will help individuals find meaningful employment.

• 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

• 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
• MUST HAVE a bachelor’s degree with one year of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities OR an associate degree with two years 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
• 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

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

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

For further details on the above, please refer to the careers page:

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

For additional information regarding The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, please .

Interested in learning more? Apply today. If you have any questions, please call our team at  or email

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