Address
Form of workJob Description
Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists Inc. (VRSI) has multiple full-time Employment Specialist positions available in our new Tampa office.
The Employment Specialist is responsible for performing the day-to-day delivery of reintegration services for Veterans who are at risk of losing housing. The Employment Specialist will work closely with Veterans to ensure the service reflects the veteran’s needs, abilities, and employment goals. They will coach, support, and monitor Veterans in the initial stages of employment and maintain relations with employers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Case Management
- Source Job Openings
- Securing Employment for Clients
- Case Note Writing
- Resume Writing
- Outreach - Personal Vehicle with Mileage Reimbursement
- Coach and Prepare Candidate for Interviews
- Individual Employment Planning
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Business, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, or related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of related experience in job development, recruiting, or counseling.
- Must work independently and as a team member.
- Excellent writing, counseling, and communication skills.
- Business skills to conduct job searches.
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Other Valuable Experience:
- Veteran
- Military
- Veteran Services
- Social Work
- Case Work
Work Schedule:
- Monday – Friday (0800-1630 or 0830-1700)
- In-Person Job
Hourly Rate:
· $17.00 - $20.00 based on experience
Company Benefits:
· VRSI does not offer medical, dental, or vision insurance
· VRSI does offer SIMPLE IRA
Company Holidays & Time Off:
· 11 Paid Company Holidays
· 40 Hours of Sick Time after 90 days of employment
· PTO or Vacation after 1 year of employment
Applications & Interviews:
· Applications will remain open until all positions are filled.
· Interviews will take place via Teams or Zoom.
Please note: This position does not offer medical, dental or vision benefits. Any PTO/Vacation time is unpaid. We offer 11 paid company holidays and 40 hours of sick time.
Please note: This position does not offer medical, dental or vision benefits. Any PTO/Vacation time is unpaid. We offer 11 paid company holidays and 40 hours of sick time.
