NOW HIRING: Employment Specialist

Status: Full-Time Non-Exempt

About Ken Anderson Alliance

Ken Anderson Alliance Ken Anderson Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that empowers adults with disabilities to thrive in the community through three programmatic pillars; Creative Arts, Work & Job Readiness, and Community Integration. At Ken Anderson Alliance, we support relationship- and connection-building for people with disabilities throughout the community. We believe every Ken Anderson Alliance participant has a purpose and deserves to feel a sense of pride in being part of a community that seeks the greater good.

Job Overview

Ken Anderson Alliance is seeking someone who believes that employment is about much more than earning a paycheck—it’s about belonging, purpose, independence, and community. Our ideal candidate is enthusiastic, optimistic, and genuinely enjoys helping others discover their strengths. They are energized by community engagement, comfortable working in a variety of environments, and motivated by seeing participants gain confidence and achieve goals they may not have thought possible. They are a patient teacher, a strong advocate, and an excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships with both participants and employers. They approach challenges with creativity, maintain a positive attitude, and celebrate each individual’s successes—big and small. The ideal candidate: 

• Leads with empathy while maintaining high expectations, 

• Builds trust with participants, families, coworkers, and employers,  

• Communicates with professionalism and respect,  

• Takes initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do.  

• Is organized and accountable, recognizing that quality documentation and follow-through are essential to delivering excellent services, and  

Maintains a positive attitude and serves as an ambassador for disability inclusion throughout the community. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Working with individuals served and employers to identify solutions to employment barriers, such as transportation, workplace accommodations, language supports, etc. 
• Utilizing universal design for learning training techniques such as verbal prompting, visual prompting, forward chaining, etc. Adapts training techniques based upon participants’ strengths and needs. 
• Accompanying participants to employment sites and assists with communicating with prospective employers, completing applications, scheduling interviews, and provides support through the interview process as needed. 
• Encouraging program participants to increase independent work skills by teaching job tasks, interpersonal skills, stress management, communication skills, and other job-related activities. 
• Building relationships with inclusive employers throughout Greater Cincinnati.  
• Community-based job coaching.  
• Coordination with Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD). 
• Supporting individuals in achieving competitive integrated employment while fostering independence and community inclusion. 
• Accurate documentation for DODD waiver-funded services and OOD reporting.  
• Measuring success through employment outcomes, participant satisfaction, and employer retention. 
• Working assigned schedule, exhibiting regular and predictable attendance.   
• Performing other related duties as required. 

Qualifications/Education

• Undergraduate or associate degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in the field of developmental disabilities preferred; Relevant experience in job coaching or credentialing that substitutes for the educational requirement is also considered. 
• Valid driver’s license with 5 or fewer points and the ability to maintain current vehicle insurance. 
• Ability to pass all pre-employment screening requirements. 
• Experience working with adults with disabilities in employment/job skill building roles is preferred. 
• Willingness to work flexible hours. 
• Comfortable working in a small team atmosphere. 
• Ken Anderson Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. 

Ken Anderson Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. 

Job Type: Full-time 

Wage: $19/hour 

Eligible Benefits: 

• Health insurance 
• Health savings account
• Paid time off 
• 401(k) plan available 
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance 

Work Location: In person 

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter explaining your interest and relevant experience to:

Patrick Ober, CEO of Ken Anderson Alliance
p.ober@kenandersonalliance.org

Ken Anderson Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.