Independent Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099), Fee-for-Service

Overview

Employment Support Services is seeking independent Employment Specialists to join our network of contracted providers in the Las Vegas Valley and Henderson area. Contractors support individuals with disabilities in pursuing competitive, community-based employment by delivering agreed-upon services on a per-project and per-deliverable basis
.

This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy autonomy
, flexibility
, and impact-driven work while operating their own business.

Scope of Services (Deliverables-Based)

Contractors may be assigned referrals based on availability and shall independently determine their scheduling and methods for completing contracted deliverables. Services may include:

Job Development & Employer Engagement

• Identify potential employment opportunities and conduct outreach to employers.
• Develop job opportunities that align with each client’s strengths, interests, and support needs.
• Coordinate workplace accommodation discussions when appropriate.

Client Employment Support

• Provide individualized job-seeking skills training such as résumé assistance, interview preparation, or application support.
• Offer client support throughout the job search and hiring process.
• Conduct follow-up check-ins to support job retention for up to 90 days, when applicable to the service.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely service documentation and progress notes for deliverables completed.
• Submit required documentation according to program standards for case closure and billing.

Professional Collaboration

• Communicate as needed with vocational rehabilitation counselors and client support networks to coordinate services.
• Participate in optional collaboration calls or updates as mutually scheduled.

Ethics & Confidentiality

• Adhere to confidentiality requirements, ethical standards, and all state or federal guidelines related to handling personal identifiable information (PII).

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities (paid, volunteer, or personal). Experience in at least one relevant area such as teaching, coaching, advocacy, employer engagement, or workforce development.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to use email, word processing tools, and basic data-entry systems. Compassionate, professional, and reliable.
• Technology: Contractor must provide their own computer, smartphone, and internet access necessary to perform services.

Contractor Expectations

Because this is an independent contractor role
, ESS does not control or direct the contractor’s schedule, methods, or daily activities. Contractors:

• Accept or decline referrals based on their availability.
• Determine how and when services are provided to meet the agreed-upon deliverables.
• Provide required documentation for completed services in order to receive payment.
• Ensure they meet all credentialing or certification requirements applicable to their contract.

Any state-required clearances or certifications are the responsibility of the contractor and must be obtained independently.

Requirements for Contract Eligibility

• Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting.
• Ability to meet all credentialing or provider requirements mandated by the State of Nevada and ESS.
• Business license may be required depending on city/county regulations.

Compensation – Fee-For-Service Structure

Contractors are compensated per completed service deliverable
, not hourly. Compensation rates may include:

• Job Development/Placement Deliverable (per client case)
• Retention Milestones (e.g., 30-day, 60-day, 90-day follow-up checkpoints)
• Job-Seeking Skills Training Sessions (per completed approved session)
• Situational Assessment or Evaluation Services (per completed assessment, if applicable)

Compensation ranges from the equivalent of $15–$18 per service unit depending on experience and deliverable type.
This is a 1099 contractor role
, and contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and business expenses.

Why Partner With ESS?

• Flexible, autonomous work—contractors manage their own schedules and workload.
• Meaningful impact supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving independence and long-term employment.
• Opportunity to grow your own business while contracting with a mission-driven organization.