Employment Specialist, UI REACH
Education Qualification
- A Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling/Placement, Human Services, Business or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Typical minimum experience is one year.
Required Qualifications
- Experience connecting persons with disabilities with work experiences and supporting students at a job site or work experience.
- CESP certification (must have or acquire within 1 year of employment)
- Demonstrated successful experience working in a team environment by exhibiting effective teamwork and contributing to an overall positive and productive work/team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse population.
- Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbally); able to communicate effectively with internal and external constituents.
- Proficiency in computer software applications.
- Have a valid driver license and ability to meet and maintain UI Risk Management driving requirements.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in working with individuals in a college, educational, or community setting requiring flexibility in managing multiple responsibilities.
- Experience with career education instruction, and/or transition planning (e.g., advising, connecting with services, and making referrals)
Application Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a submission-specific resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Benefits Highlights:
• Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
