Employment Consultant

Job overview

The Employment Consultant role is onsite in Charlestown, MA, with an annual salary of $44,000. The position supports Best Buddies International’s State Operations and Programs department and its work creating integrated employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The consultant provides individualized coaching and vocational support through job search, placement, onboarding, and early training, while building relationships with participants, families, and employers. The role also maintains participant records and compliance documentation and supports employment that promotes independence and inclusion.

What you'll do

• Support participants with job searches matched to their skills and interests
• provide onboarding and early job-training support
• build relationships with participants, families, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and employers
• identify workplace natural supports
• provide travel training or public transportation assistance
• document participant progress and outcomes in SETWorks
• complete required paperwork and compliance tasks
• support fundraising events and community outreach.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

employment consultant

charlestown ma

best buddies

full-time

day schedule

idd employment support

vocational coaching

job placement

employer relationships

participant advocacy

$44,000/year

occasional weekend events

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The organization describes a comprehensive benefits program covering financial security, health and wellness, and time off.

Why this role

Best Buddies focuses on friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

About the employer

Best Buddies Int. Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.