Hiring: Employment Specialist (Lake County) Company: Aspire Chicago Location: Lake County, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:25:54 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Required Skills: •Empower potential. Build pathways. Drive real employment outcomes. •PLEASE NOTE: This role will be based in Lake County.** •Since 1960, Aspire has been creating boundless opportunities for people with disabilities. We believe in working together to pursue greater possibilities, foster meaningful connections, and build communities where everyone belongs. Every member of our team plays a role in advancing this mission! •, you’ll support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving and retaining competitive, community-based employment while helping individuals build confidence, independence, and meaningful careers •This is more than a job coaching role—it’s a chance to open doors, build meaningful connections, and make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals and the communities they are part of What You’ll Do •Support Individuals on Their Employment Journey •Support individuals by following individualized plans for seeking employment, including: developing resumes and cover letters, building job search networks (including online networking), conducting job searches, identifying job leads, completing and submitting applications, practicing interview skills, and supporting job-related communications. •Conduct assessments, when necessary, to determine an individual's skills and abilities to assist in the job matching process Qualifications: •Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to write reports •Able to maintain confidential information •Able to deal tactfully, engagingly, and courteously with individuals, employees at all levels, families, and the general public •Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility, and accountability •Able to think independently and navigate ambiguity •A relationship builder who develops and maintains positive interpersonal relationships with people supported, consumers, providers, Aspire employees, and community partners •Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize work, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment •An independent worker capable of establishing priorities and managing multiple competing tasks •Make a direct, visible impact on people’s lives every day •Lead a program that blends innovation, hands-on learning, and real employment outcomes Compensation: •Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Options Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!