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Location

Starkville, Mississippi

Salary

$18 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Employment Specialist will work one-on-one and in groups with clients aged 14-22, providing student services in areas like workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and job exploration. Responsibilities also include maintaining communication with state vocational rehabilitation counselors and attending weekly virtual management meetings.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have an AA/BA or equivalent work experience in human services and must pass a background check. A reliable personal vehicle, home computer/laptop, and internet access are also required for this role.

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Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Starkville,
  • MSPosition
  • Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeFull

Job Description

  • Employment Specialist/Student Services Advanced Employment Group (AEG) is a community resource provider, we work with state vocational rehabilitation centers to help individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities find and maintain employment. As an Employment Specialist you are expected to:
  • Attend weekly virtual meetings with management
  • Meet virtually and in-person with clients *Maintain communication and a good relationship with state MDRS counselors and offices
  • Have a working knowledge of Google services (Gmail, Meet, Calendar, etc.)
  • Be willing to travel (which will be reimbursed) and live within a reasonable distance of the hiring area You will be working one-on-one and in groups with our amazing clients, ages 14-22, providing Student Services in the areas of: ● Workplace Readiness ● Self Advocacy ● Job Exploration ● Postsecondary Counseling ● Work Based Learning Experiences Time management is imperative. This position is in the field and work from home, and you will be entrusted to set your own schedule while still maintaining contact with management and being flexible as hours can be based on client needs. For more information on the Advanced Employment Group, please visit www.ADVANCEDEMPLOYMENTGROUP.COM.
  • Salary - $18+ DOE plus travel reimbursement
  • Hours - 20+
  • Schedule - varies
  • Hiring multiple candidates QualificationsQualifications
  • AA/BA or equivalent work experience in human services
  • MUST pass a background check
  • Reliable transportation
  • Home computer/laptop and internet