Employment Specialist-Part Time at OPPO LLC – Salt Lake City, Utah

Employment Specialist

Make Work Possible. Make Impact Daily.Are you passionate about helping people succeed at work and in life? Do you love coaching, problem-solving, and building relationships with both individuals and employers? If so, OPPO is looking for a dedicated Employment Specialist (ES) to support individuals with disabilities in finding, maintaining, and growing in meaningful, integrated employment.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in the community, believes in person-centered support, and wants to see the real-world impact of their work—every single day.

What You’ll DoAs an Employment Specialist, you’ll walk alongside clients throughout their employment journey—from discovery to long-term success.

You will:

Assess clients’ strengths, interests, abilities, and potential barriers to employment

Support job development, placement, and short- and long-term job coaching

Assist with resumes, applications, interviews, and workplace onboarding

Provide on-the-job coaching, mentoring, verbal prompts, and redirection as needed

Advocate for client needs, including identifying and supporting ADA accommodations

Help clients integrate socially into workplace culture and build internal supports

Conduct job analyses and break down daily job tasks for success

Communicate regularly with clients, employers, and VR Counselors

Complete required documentation, progress reports, and invoicing accurately and on time

Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses (including in-person outreach and cold calling)

Transport clients to and from job sites as needed

Represent OPPO professionally as a trusted community partner

Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and presentations

What We’re Looking ForMinimum Qualifications

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Honest, motivated, dependable, and solution-oriented

At least 6 months of experience working with people with disabilities

Experience with mentoring, coaching, or teaching

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to transport clients

Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days (company-sponsored)

MUST HAVE Current ACRE certification

Preferred Qualifications

1+ year of experience working with people with disabilities

Additional experience in mentoring, coaching, or teaching

Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers using proper techniques and equipment

Why Work at OPPO?At OPPO, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live, work, and thrive in their community. We support people in Colorado and Utah through person-centered, long-term home, community, and employment services—and we empower our team to do meaningful, values-driven work.

Benefits include:

PTO for all employees (including part-time)

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

A supportive, mission-driven team of 100+ passionate professionals

Ready to Make a Difference?If you’re excited to help individuals achieve employment success while building inclusive workplaces, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help create OPPOrtunity where it matters most.