Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are Now Hiring a Full-time Bilingual (Spanish preferred) Employment Specialist in Tucson, AZ to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment. The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement.

Starting pay is $18.00/per hour

Responsibilities

Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment.
Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites.
Ability to work with all types of criminal backgrounds, including sex offenders
Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
Accurately complete all documentation.
Experience with billing and authorization processes, particularly in employment or vocational services
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Flexible Hours
Bilingual Spanish Preferred
Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record and reliable transportation

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities
University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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Employment Specialist (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)