Employment Specialist

Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center is a leader in [industry/field] dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their career goals and enhancing workforce development. Our mission is to provide exceptional support and guidance to job seekers, helping them navigate the job market and realize their professional aspirations. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Vocational Employment Specialist to join our team and contribute to our impactful work. Position Overview: The Vocational Employment Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting clients in their career development and job search efforts. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping individuals achieve their employment goals, possess strong counseling skills, and have a deep understanding of the job market and vocational resources. This role involves providing personalized career counseling, creating individualized employment plans, and offering support throughout the job search process. This is vocational service type work involving all aspects of duties normally associated with job placement. This position will be assigned to work in multiple counties in Southeast AL. Full Time Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Applicant may be required to work flexible hours. Competitive Benefit package. QUALIFICATIONS: A completed employment application High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree in rehabilitation service, psychology or related field, vocation education, or an acceptable general education program desired. Experience in industry, personnel management, or work of a similar nature may be substituted. NOTE: Applicants with a comparable combination of education and experience that demonstrates an equivalent level of preparation in the knowledge, skills and abilities listed are also encouraged to submit an application for the job. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must meet WRC’s employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing and must pass criminal background check. Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable with WRC insurance carrier. Individuals with a disability or veteran status are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodations during the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (334)-792-0022. Applicants should secure applications from the front desk in the Work Services Center and forward to the Human Resource Department. WRC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / WRC is an “At-Will” employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of Veterans status or disability. WRC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, military status or genetic information including family medical history, disability, or protected veteran status. “This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities.” Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.23 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Education: Bachelor's (Required) Work Location: In person