Hybrid Employment Specialist/Instructor – Disability Services & Youth Programs at Easter Seals Florida Inc

Hillsborough County, Florida | Part-Time up to 25 hours per week | Easterseals Florida

$18.00 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience) with the opportunity to earn bonuses

Are you passionate about supporting people with disabilities as they navigate the path to employment and independence? Easterseals Florida is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Employment Specialist/Instructor to empower youth with disabilities through job readiness training, career coaching, and employer engagement.

About the Role:

In this dual-role position, you’ll work directly with youth, young adults, and adults with disabilities, providing both group instruction and individualized support to help them prepare for, obtain, and retain employment. You’ll also collaborate with families, schools, and community partners to build inclusive pathways for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate engaging job readiness workshops (e.g., interview prep, resume building, workplace behavior)
• Provide one-on-one coaching to develop individualized employment goals and plans
• Conduct community-based job exploration and workplace readiness activities
• Partner with local employers to identify inclusive job opportunities and facilitate job placements
• Support students and youth in internships, work-based learning, and job shadowing experiences
• Collaborate with special education staff, vocational rehabilitation, and family members
• Maintain documentation and progress reports in accordance with program standards

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and two years' experience or employment in a public vocational rehabilitation program; experience in job placement, job coaching, or counseling, or other related experience working with persons with disabilities
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities on job skills and self-advocacy
• Strong communication, instruction, and advocacy skills
• Ability to foster meaningful relationships with youth, families, and employers
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally for community-based instruction and employer visits

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with state vocational rehabilitation services
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work that makes a real difference in young lives
• Supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture
• Professional development opportunities and training provided

Easterseals Florida has been rated a 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Great Place to Work by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792