Pre-Employment Specialist

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

This is a full-time Monday - Friday position with traditional daytime hours. Pre-Employment Specialists earn $22/hour

• Support and provide instructional training for participants to prepare them for competitive employment.
• Manage a caseload of up to 5-8 individuals.
• Prepare and submit documentation and paperwork according to established timeframes and guidelines.
• Foster relationships and manage clear, ongoing communication with all parties, including participants and families, internal teams, and funders.
• Build a professional network and beneficial contacts across the business community.
• Maintain a balance of billable and nonbillable time at 85% or higher throughout the fiscal year.

We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.   

• You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.  
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor.  Ask your recruiter for details.   

What we expect of you:

Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people. 

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience—preferably supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Some college education; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

 We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:

• Solid time-management, communication, decision-making, and negotiation skills—to ensure the provision of safe, high-quality support.
• Effective, professional communication skills
• Familiarity with word processing software, database products, email, and smartphones.
• Ability to obtain CPR/first aid certification—provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

The St. Louis Arc is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to more than 4,500 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year. Known for the quality of our staff and culture, the St. Louis Arc was recently recognized as one of the Top 3 Best Places to Work in the “Big Companies” category by St. Louis Business Journal.