Employment Specialist

Aptiv, Inc. is looking to hire a full-time Employment Specialist for Richland Center. Are you self-motivated and goal-oriented? Would you like to join a well-respected human services organization? If so, please read on!

This position earns a competitive wage of $17.32/hour. We provide generous benefits, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid short-term disability, company-paid long-term disability, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), and an employee assistance program (EAP). If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT APTIV, INC.

Aptiv, established in 1976 as Riverfront Activity Center, was the idea of three friends from the community of La Crosse, WI to develop one nonprofit organization that supported individuals with disabilities in all three primary needs-social, employment, and independent living. In the fall of 2017, we revealed a new name, new identity, and a new brand - Aptiv - a positive blend of the words live, aptitude, active, and adaptive. Today, we support more than 1,400 people with disabilities through eight locations and across 42 counties in the state of Wisconsin.

Carrying out our mission of providing a spectrum of innovative support for individuals with disabilities so they may live more independent lives would not be possible without our amazing staff. We welcome their thoughts, opinions, and ideas, as we encourage an open, caring work culture. We also care about the health, wellbeing, and safety of our employees and promote a positive work-life balance with a flexible work environment.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

As an Employment Specialist / Direct Support Professional (DSP), you support people with developmental disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible through meaningful employment. As new participants join our program, you complete an assessment of their individual desires, capabilities, and goals. You then work one-on-one with each client to help get them job-ready. Your ultimate goal is to help these individuals to obtain and retain employment with businesses in the community.

You work directly with employers to place our program participants in a position that best matches their abilities. With attention to detail, you develop community worksites and prepare meetings as well as training. Working closely with participants, families, case managers, and service providers, you advocate on behalf of the individuals you are serving. You find it very rewarding to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives and find satisfying employment!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

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  Strong computer skills

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  Knowledge about various software packages including Windows applications 2007 and above
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  Valid driver's license and reliable non-public transportation
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  Passion for serving individuals with disabilities and providing employment options for them

A bachelor's degree OR an associate degree with 3+ years of experience in human services is preferred but not required. One year or more of experience in sales and working with individuals with disabilities would be a plus. Are you compassionate and able to easily build relationships? Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you manage your time well and prioritize multiple tasks effectively? If yes, you might just be perfect for this human services position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position offers flexible scheduling.