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Employment Specialist

Work Opportunities Unlimited

College Park, MDJob$22–25/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$22–25/hr
Location
College Park, MD
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

Work Opportunities Unlimited is hiring an Employment Specialist. As an Employment Specialist at Work Opportunities Unlimited, you will help individuals find meaningful employment, transport them to interviews, develop career goals, create resumes and cover letters, coach on job sites, and engage local businesses for opportunities.

Key focus areas include Transport individuals to and from job interviews using your vehicle, Develop career goals and objectives with individuals, and Teach resume creation, job application completion, cover letter writing, and interview preparation.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver’s License, Criminal Background Check, and Motor Vehicle Check. Important skills include MS Office, Electronic Documentation System, Mobile Device Apps, High‑Touch Customer Service, Career Coaching, and Driving.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

MS OfficeElectronic Documentation SystemMobile Device AppsHigh‑Touch Customer ServiceCareer CoachingDrivingVehicle OperationCustomer ServiceResume WritingInterview PreparationBusiness DevelopmentElectronic Documentation

Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseCriminal Background CheckMotor Vehicle CheckHigh‑Touch Customer Service ExperienceManagement of Small Team ExperienceInformal Leadership ExperienceFlexible Schedule Availability

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Employment Specialist

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.

A typical day might include the following:

  • Using your vehicle to transport individuals to and from job interviews (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

This position may interest you if:

  • 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

Additional requirements include:

  • Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community

  • Monday – Friday, flexibility with the number of days (late afternoon/early evening; typically 3-4 hour shifts)

  • Comfortable using MS Office, documenting notes in an electronic system, and accessing apps on a mobile device

Interested in learning more?

Apply today. If you have any questions, please call our team at 866-761-1347 or email [email protected]

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

To learn more about our inspiring work, click on the links below:

https://workopportunities.net/#culture-video

https://workopportunities.net/successes/

We offer:

  • Competitive wages in the range of $22-25/hr with bonus opportunities and mileage reimbursement

  • Work/life balance

  • Growth and Development

  • Full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, ESOP, tuition reimbursement, PTO (accrued based on hours worked and years of service), 3 sick days and 10 paid holidays.

  • Eligibility for some benefits based on full-time or part-time status.

For further details on the above, please click here: https://workopportunities.net/careers/

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

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