Work Opportunities Unlimited is looking for a driven and positive Employment Specialist to join our team in Jupiter, FL! We are a community-based and award-winning human services organization that is made up of passionate, determined & dedicated team members who are impacting YOUR local community every day!

Why choose WOU for your next career?

• Flexible schedule during day-time hours, Monday – Friday.
• Competitive and accrued paid time off.
• Ten paid holidays.
• 401(k) enrollment with company match.
• Career development opportunities based on your growth potential!
• A culture of peer support and a family-like team environment.
• Serve your community while having fun!
• Supportive technology to help you succeed – laptop provided!
• Open door culture – call anyone, at any time, about anything!

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting adults and youths with disabilities or other barriers to employment to obtain a job.
• Creating career goals with your clients and helping with their job search.
• Teaching vocational skills: interview preparation, writing resumes and cover letters.
• Coaching: provide on-site support for your clients’ work as they learn the responsibilities of the role.
• Transporting clients to and from work and meetings for the job search within the community.
• Business developing: foster relationships with local businesses to find opportunities for clients.
• Writing daily notes, track monthly progress and goals using our online portal.

About You:

• You have a bachelor’s degree with one year of direct experience OR an associate degree with two years of direct experience OR four years total experience working around individuals with disabilities.
• You have a Florida driver’s license, registration and auto insurance
• Upon job offer, you are comfortable submitting to a state/federal criminal background & motor vehicle check.
• You have a passion for helping others and a knack for connecting with people.

Ready for the next step? Apply today for our Employment Specialist position.

Submit a quick application or send your resume!

Call us at 1-866-761-1347