Employment Specialist
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LIVING INNOVATIONS SUPPORT SERVICES LLC
Houlton, ME, US
Summary
The Employment Specialist will network with local businesses to create job opportunities and provide individualized advocacy for job seekers. They will also offer on-the-job coaching and maintain accurate documentation of participant progress.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Houlton Office - Houlton, ME, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: High School or GED, Salary Range: $20.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, At Living Innovations, we believe that when everyone is included, our communities grow stronger.
If you have an outgoing personality, great people skills, and the drive to advocate for others, this is your chance to build a rewarding career. We are looking for a full-time, hourly Employment Specialist to join our team and support individuals throughout Northern Maine.
In this role, you won’t just be filling jobs, you will be changing lives by connecting talented individuals with local businesses.
What You’ll Be Doing
Community Networking: Reach out to local business owners and managers to discover their staffing needs and collaborate on creating customized job opportunities.
Individualized Advocacy: Match job seekers with positions that fit their unique skill sets, aptitudes, and goals.
On-the-Job Support: Provide short-term job coaching and direct care to help individuals transition smoothly and succeed in their new roles.
Team Collaboration: Participate in stakeholder meetings, implement employment plans, and work alongside families, guardians, and agency teams.
Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate documentation, including weekly WROCs and monthly progress reports.
Perks & Benefits
$1000 Sign-on Bonus
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Daily Pay
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Mileage Reimbursement for your travel
Professional development and clear opportunities for career advancement
The ultimate reward: The satisfaction of making a real, tangible difference in your community every single day.
Qualifications: What We Look For
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can work independently and handle complex tasks with discretion and flexibility.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalency.
Valid state-issued driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Must pass all comprehensive state and company background checks.
Preferred Experience:
ACRE Certification and DSP Certification (or willingness to obtain).
A background in sales, or community outreach is a major plus.
Supervisory experience preferred.
For 23 years Living Innovations has partnered with thousands of families in New Hampshire, Maine, and Rhode Island to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead good lives at home and in their communities with innovative programming and services.
On February 1, 2021, Living Innovations became a service of Mosaic, and is considered a 501(c)(3) organization. Mosaic CEO Linda Timmons said the two organizations have a similar vision for service, strong values and a common mission, so joining together brought new strength to the Mosaic network and new resources to Living Innovations. Mosaic offers a wide range of supports, including services mirroring those of Living Innovations.
For some of our individuals, we have helped them find opportunities for Shared Living, which is based on carefully matching a person in need of support with a host family in a natural home, as opposed to a shift-staffed or institutional environment. Why is that important? One of our core values is: Putting people first. And we believe everyone should have an equal opportunity to experience all that life has to offer. For others, we have reinforced and provided opportunities to help them participate in educational, social and employment opportunities. In our Community Support Program, all activities are geared to meet the specific needs, desires and interests of the participants. The goal is to enhance their health, safety and independent living skills.
Founded
1996
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Dover, NH
For 23 years Living Innovations has partnered with thousands of families in New Hampshire, Maine, and Rhode Island to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead good lives at home and in their communities with innovative programming and services.
On February 1, 2021, Living Innovations became a service of Mosaic, and is considered a 501(c)(3) organization. Mosaic CEO Linda Timmons said the two organizations have a similar vision for service, strong values and a common mission, so joining together brought new strength to the Mosaic network and new resources to Living Innovations. Mosaic offers a wide range of supports, including services mirroring those of Living Innovations.
For some of our individuals, we have helped them find opportunities for Shared Living, which is based on carefully matching a person in need of support with a host family in a natural home, as opposed to a shift-staffed or institutional environment. Why is that important? One of our core values is: Putting people first. And we believe everyone should have an equal opportunity to experience all that life has to offer. For others, we have reinforced and provided opportunities to help them participate in educational, social and employment opportunities. In our Community Support Program, all activities are geared to meet the specific needs, desires and interests of the participants. The goal is to enhance their health, safety and independent living skills.
Founded
1996
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Dover, NH
