Build Partnerships. Create Opportunities. Change Lives.
Every person deserves the opportunity to work, contribute, and belong.
At Trellis, we believe meaningful employment provides more than a paycheck—it builds confidence, independence, purpose, and connection.
We're looking for an Employment Specialist who is passionate about helping people discover their strengths while building relationships with employers throughout Central Oregon.
This is more than a case management position. It's a career that combines career planning, job development, employer partnership, individualized job coaching, community networking, and business relationship development to help people achieve meaningful employment and long-term success.
If you're someone who enjoys connecting with people, solving problems, building community partnerships, and celebrating life-changing milestones, we'd love to meet you.
Enjoy a career with purpose while living in one of Oregon's most beautiful communities. Bend offers world-class hiking, mountain biking, skiing, paddleboarding, fishing, camping, and endless outdoor recreation—all just minutes from work. If you're looking for meaningful work and an exceptional quality of life, Central Oregon is the perfect place to build your career.
From First Interview to First Paycheck
As an Employment Specialist, you'll guide individuals through every stage of their employment journey—from exploring career goals and building relationships with employers to developing employment opportunities, providing on-the-job coaching, and celebrating long-term success.
You'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work as people gain confidence, independence, and meaningful careers.
What You'll Do
- Develop competitive employment opportunities with businesses throughout Central Oregon.
- Build lasting relationships with employers, business leaders, and community partners.
- Network within the community to identify new employment opportunities.
- Conduct career exploration and person-centered employment planning.
- Assist individuals with resumes, interview preparation, applications, and career readiness.
- Match individuals with employment opportunities based on their strengths, interests, and career goals.
- Coordinate interviews, job shadows, and hiring activities.
- Provide individualized job coaching and workplace support to help clients successfully learn their jobs, build confidence, and achieve long-term employment success.
- Support individuals who are blind or have low vision by collaborating on workplace accommodations and adaptive employment strategies.
- Collaborate with Vocational Rehabilitation, the Oregon Commission for the Blind, employers, families, and support teams.
- Educate employers about disability inclusion, workplace accommodations, and Supported Employment.
- Celebrate client successes—from first interviews to first paychecks, promotions, and long-term career growth.
Why People Love This Job
✔ Every day is different.
✔ You'll spend your time building relationships instead of sitting behind a desk.
✔ You'll build partnerships with businesses throughout Central Oregon.
✔ You'll combine business development, career coaching, and community outreach in one rewarding career.
✔ You'll have the opportunity to see the people you support become successful, independent employees.
✔ You'll enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful work.
✔ You'll be part of a supportive team committed to innovation and person-centered services.
✔ You'll have opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Who Thrives in This Role?
We're looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about helping people succeed.
- Comfortable building relationships with employers and community partners.
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- A confident communicator who enjoys networking.
- Creative, solution-focused, and adaptable.
- Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
- Excited to work in the community rather than behind a desk.
- Driven by making a lasting difference in the lives of others.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two (2) years of experience in workforce development, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, human services, business development, recruiting, education, sales, community outreach, or a related field.
- Valid Oregon Driver License.
- Reliable insured vehicle.
- Ability to travel throughout Central Oregon.
- Ability to pass required criminal background checks.
Preferred
Experience in one or more of the following:
- Supported Employment
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Oregon Commission for the Blind services
- Human Services
- Workforce Development
- Employer Engagement
- Business Development
- Recruiting
- Human Resources
- Education
Benefits
We believe investing in our employees allows them to better serve the people who depend on us.
Benefits include:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Supportive Leadership Team
Why Trellis?
At Trellis, we don't just help people find jobs—we help people build futures.
Our team believes employment creates dignity, confidence, independence, and belonging. We invest in our employees through supportive leadership, mentorship, collaboration, and ongoing professional development because we know that when our employees thrive, the people we support thrive too.
If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, your relationships create opportunities, and your success is measured by the lives you help change, you'll find it at Trellis.
Ready to Make a Difference?
The right person for this position believes employment is more than a paycheck—it's opportunity, purpose, confidence, and possibility.
If you're ready to build partnerships, strengthen our community, and help people achieve meaningful careers, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Trellis and help create opportunities that transform lives—one career at a time.
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bend, OR 97701
