Employment Specialist

Posted: 07/17/2025
Non-Profit and Social Services

 Why Join Our Team?
 
At NW Works, we’re driven by purpose—and it shows! Our Mission, Vision, and Values shape everything we do, from how we lead to how we support each other and our clients. They’re not just words on a page—they’re at the heart of every success story.
In fact, the phases our clients move through and the support they receive inspired the design of our logo. It’s all connected, and it all matters.
 
Apply and join us to see what makes NW Works such a special place to grow, connect, and make a difference!
 
NW Works Mission:
To empower adults with disabilities and individuals with barriers to employment to build skills and secure and sustain meaningful employment.
 
Job Summary:
The Employment Specialist is responsible for providing work readiness skills across a variety of times and settings for the support of employment for individuals with disabilities. The ES works one-on-one as a job support coach in a variety of settings and work environments. The ES works to provide individualized opportunities in a chosen field through community partnerships. The ES will coach, train and provide a choice of employment opportunities to individuals served while evaluating performance to prepare for independence.

Disability Specifications: 
NW Works will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. 
 

Equal Employment Statement:
NW Works, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a non-discrimination policy prohibiting discrimination in employment and the provision of services on the basis of the fact or perception of race, color or creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status or status with regard to public assistance.
 
NW Works is proud to offer competitive wages and a number of benefits, including a 401K with employer match; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; health savings accounts; and a comprehensive employee assistance program. We also offer referral bonuses for current employees, so be sure to mention the name of the person who referred you in your application.
 
NW Woks affirmative action plan is available for your review upon request. 

Minimum Education, Certifications, and Experience:

  • Education: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred, and a minimum of two years of relevant vocational training work experience.
  • Experience:
    • A minimum of two years' experience in a human services field, with a focus on vocational training or job coaching.
    • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities in community-based settings.
  • Licenses and Certifications:
    • A valid driver’s license with verification of a clean driving record.

Employment Specialist
NW Works, Inc.
Kyle Winans

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