Boost Collaborative, a nonprofit community rehabilitation services provider in Pullman, WA, is accepting applications for a part-time Employment Support Specialist. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide direct support to adults with disabilities as they acquire a new job and/or support and encourage your clientele to gain independence and professional growth for those experienced on their jobs. The position serves as the primary liaison to the employer and supervisor striving to nurture a positive employer/employee relationship.
Physical requirements include, in part: driving throughout the local and regional community to provide in-person support to assigned clientele, navigate in and out of employment locations including non-ADA compliant environments, light lifting, pushing, pulling, and oral communication with clients and employers.
Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years direct professional experience working with adults with disabilities in vocational, social, living skills, or other clinical training environment. Two (2) years of college or higher education in a related field of study may substitute for professional experience on year-for-year exchange. Bachelor of Arts/Science in Special Education, Psychology, or Human Development preferred. Strong writing and observation skills.
No criminal background – a criminal background check is required of all staff prior to start and intermittently throughout their year's of service.
Starting wage $18.50/hr. Part time up to 25 hours per week. Weekly hours may vary to support assigned clientele in various work shifts including evenings and weekends. Remote work would not meet client needs.
Submit your indeed resume or upload a pdf of your traditional resume to begin the application process. A formal application packet will eventually be requested of qualified applicants and are available at Boost Collaborative, 1235 SE Professional Mall Blvd., Pullman, WA 99163. Contact Linda McDonald at (509) 332-6561 or [email protected] for more information.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
Education:
Experience:
- Direct support: 2 years (Required)
Location:
- Pullman, WA 99163 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pullman, WA 99163 (Required)
Work Location: In person
