Community Employment - Employment Specialist

Position Summary General Position Summary: The Employment Specialist is responsible for providing individual support services to people with I/DD who are pursuing community employment. Services may include but are not limited to; person centered planning, discovery, skill assessment, volunteer opportunities, job training, customized employment, job retention and networking with employers in the community. This position has a monthly monetary expectation of $5500.00 and is subject to change with 30 day prior notification to the Employment Specialist as part of the job performance expectation. Position Details: Status: Part Time Location: Salem, OR Shift: This position has varying hours including weekends and evenings and must have on-call availability Starting wage: $20.14 Hourly Wage Scale: $20.14 to $25.48 Report to: CES - Manager Knowledge: Two (2) year degree in Health Services or related field, with two (2) years of work experience in the health services and/or mental health field. Two (2) years of experience must have been in a position that included sales and training responsibilities. Additional experience may be substituted for educational requirements. Preference will be given to those individuals that have experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Requires demonstrated ability to learn and use current and future technology to fulfill job responsibilities. Requires a current Oregon driver’s license, acceptable driving record and the ability to get from worksite to worksite in a timely manner. Benefits: Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more! Get paid early with Dayforce Wallet Shangri-La. Paid holiday hours will be prorated for regular employees scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week. Paid Sick and Personal Time Off Gym or other wellness reimbursement Employee referral reward program 401K after eligibility requirements are met Full Position Description given upon 1st interview Shangri-La is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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. Shangri-La will ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Michael Meduri, Talent Engagement Coordinator, at 503-581-1732, x316 or michael.meduri@shangrila-or.org. As part of this commitment, Shangri-La does not tolerate racism, homophobia, sexism, or transphobia. Shangri-La does not discriminate based on someone's identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class. All Orientations. All Abilities. All Cultures. All Sexes. All People of All Color. All Religions.