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Employment Specialist

Part-time

Work Opportunities Unlimited

Laconia, NHFull-time / Part-time$19–21/hrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19–21/hr
Location
Laconia, NH
Schedule
Full-time / Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Employment Specialist helps individuals develop career goals, create resumes, apply for jobs, and prepare for interviews while providing transportation and coaching at job sites to positively impact lives.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Career CoachingResume WritingInterview PreparationCustomer ServiceMS OfficeElectronic DocumentationMobile App UsageDriving

Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseCriminal Background CheckMotor Vehicle Check

Benefits

Medical Insurance

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(known internally as a Career Resource Specialist) you will help individuals find meaningful employment.

A typical day might include the following:

  • 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

  • Engage in daily community-based travel, providing transportation as you actively accompany individuals to work, volunteer and community sites to build their path to independence. (mileage reimbursement provided)

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, 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

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 salary and benefits

  • Health and Wellness

  • Work/life balance

  • Growth and Development

Pay: $19-$21 per hour

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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