Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Best Buddies International
Job overview
The Employment Consultant at Best Buddies International supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in securing and maintaining meaningful employment, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coaching and mentoring individuals with IDD through job searching, onboarding, training, managing documentation, compliance, and employer relationships to ensure sustainable employment.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $42,000 to $44,000 with a comprehensive benefits program including financial security, health and wellness, and time off.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree or 2+ years of professional experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, familiarity with Office 365, and ability to work autonomously and collaboratively; experience with Best Buddies programs is a plus.
Career development
Opportunities include working in a dynamic environment with ongoing training, compliance education, and participation in the Ticket to Work program for professional growth.
Work environment and culture
The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and fosters an inclusive, supportive work environment with community engagement and teamwork.
Company information
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit dedicated to ending isolation for people with IDD through friendship, employment, leadership, and support programs worldwide.
Team overview
The Employment Consultant reports to the Program Supervisor, Jobs, and works within the State Operations and Programs department, collaborating with supervisors and team members.
Job location and travel
The position requires frequent local travel and use of personal transportation; specific office location is not detailed.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as supporting individuals with IDD in employment, advocacy, travel training, and participation in fundraising and community outreach events.
Company overview
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, the organization has grown to operate in all 50 U.S. states and over 50 countries worldwide. Best Buddies generates revenue through fundraising events, corporate partnerships, grants, and donations. A key historical milestone includes the expansion of their programs to include e-Buddies, a virtual friendship program, and the Best Buddies Jobs program, which secures competitive, integrated employment for people with IDD.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience or passion for working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and your ability to provide personalized vocational support and mentorship.
Emphasize skills such as relationship management, advocacy, job coaching, documentation, compliance, and familiarity with tools like Office 365 and SETWorks, aligning closely with the job duties and requirements.
Apply through multiple channels including Best Buddies International's official careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and nonprofit job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees or program supervisors in the State Operations and Programs division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like complimenting their commitment to inclusive employment or asking about their experience supporting participants through the Ticket to Work program.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'vocational support,' 'job coaching,' 'IDD,' 'compliance,' 'advocacy,' 'participant engagement,' and 'documentation' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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