For many adults who experience disabilities the goal of having a job can sometimes seem unattainable. But it isnt! Employment Specialists are here to make the dream of having a fulfilling job a reality. We actively support job seekers in discovering what they want in a job work with them to build the skills needed to attain the job and network with our employer partners to help them interview for and land the role. Sometimes this looks like breaking down barriers to employment advocating for the people we support and working through miscommunications. Sometimes this means celebrating big wins as job seekers find independence in their roles and no longer need us! We aim to work ourselves out of a job one person at a time.

Do you love a job where youre always on the go and make a real difference in peoples lives

As an Employment Specialist youll be in constant motion actively working side-by-side with adults experiencing disabilities who are eager to achieve their employment goals. Forget the desk this is a hands-on position where youll spend most of your time active in the field helping job seekers discover their potential build vital skills and connect with employers who believe in inclusive opportunities. The challenge and perk of this position is its flexibility. You are an active participant in structuring your day to meet business employer and job seeker goals. While documentation skills are still essential on average you will spend about an hour a day on administrative work and the rest of your time in the field with job seekers or actively nurturing employer relationships.

But why MV Advancements

MV Advancements seeks to empower individuals to make their own choices! We believe in starting all work days rooted in our core values and letting them shine through the services they provide.

We Are People People!- Our passion for people is universal. From our coworkers to job seekers to employer partners we are passionate about seeing their success and are active in our pursuit of relationship building.

Lets Try This!- Innovation is like breathing; we are always looking for new ways to do our jobs more efficiently and find better outcomes for the people we serve.

Be Your Best! -Do the right thing even when its hard or no one is looking.

We Got This!- If we work together and keep a positive can-do attitude MVA can do anything!

PIVOT!- Flexibility in your daily schedule priorities and plan of attack is crucial to finding your groove here. One day you may be in muck boots working at a nursery and the next you will be in business dress taking a job seeker to their first interview. Every day is different!

Whats in it for you

Salary: $22/hour PLUS a 15% shift differential for any hours worked between 7:00 pm and 6:00 am and all hours worked Saturday and Sunday.

Benefits:

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance at a minimal employee-only cost
• Employee Assistance Program including Mental Health support financial wellness resources and much much more
• Wellness program where you can earn gift cards for things you already do!
• Life insurance and Retirement Accounts w/company contribution.

Skills to bring

• Customer service barista/bartending networking and coaching experience are highly translatable.
• A college degree in a related field is preferred but optional if you bring alternate experience to the job.
• An Oregon Drivers License is required for all positions.

MV Advancements is and Equal Opportunity Employer

We take the care and safety of people seriously. To obtain a position applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen (we are a drug-free workplace) and be approved through our agency-specific DHS background check. If you have questions regarding your ability to qualify please feel free to call our office at

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority