Employment Advocate for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

1 week ago


Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Nevins, Inc Full time

Nevins, Inc. supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Intellectual Development Disorder and illness, epilepsy, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, autism, and learning disabilities.

The Employment Advocate for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities will be responsible for assessing the needs, strengths, and preferences of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assisting individuals in completing job applications, drug screens, and other employment requirements, and establishing relationships with employers and applicants regarding problems, complaints, and progress of individuals and recommending corrective action when appropriate.

This role requires a strong understanding of disability-related policies and procedures, as well as the ability to work effectively with individuals, employers, and community partners.

Salary: $15.15 - $15.50 per hour

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as an Employment Advocate for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. If you have experience working with individuals with disabilities and a passion for helping others achieve their goals, we encourage you to apply.

  • Assesses the needs, strengths, and preferences of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Assists individuals in completing job applications, drug screens, and other employment requirements.
  • Establishes relationships with employers and applicants regarding problems, complaints, and progress of individuals and recommends corrective action when appropriate.
  • Promotes, and develops on-the-job training program opportunities with employers.
  • Identifies the need for and assists in the development of auxiliary services to facilitate bringing disadvantaged applicants into job-ready status.

This job is:

  • A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education.
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma.
  • A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


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