Job Placement Specialist - Imperial Valley

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Imperial Valley - Brawley, CA 92227Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $25.25 - $25.25 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWhy join our team 

At Options For All, we create opportunities for adults with disabilities to live, work, and love life in their community with dignity and respect. As a USA TODAY Top Workplace, we are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to meaningful work. 

As a Job Placement Specialist, you will make a difference every day by helping people build independence, make choices, and work toward their goals. This is more than a job. It is a chance to create real impact while joining a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and respect. We are looking for people who care deeply, take initiative, and want to help others thrive. 

Why you’ll love it here 

At Options For All, we believe a great workplace starts with putting people first. We are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to the work they do. We celebrate diversity, foster belonging, and create opportunities for growth. 

When you join our team, you can expect: 

A supportive team environment 

Meaningful work that makes a difference 

An inclusive culture where you belong 

Opportunities to learn and grow 

Your benefits start on Day 1: 

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees on first day of hire

Comprehensive coverage for qualifying dependents, including 100% dental and vision and 50% medical 

Retirement savings plan with up to a 5% company match 

Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel 

Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, including your birthday 

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program 

What you’ll be doing 

As a Job Placement Specialist, you will provide job placement servces to individuals with disabilities, facilitating business partnerships and project opportunities for Options For All under the Business Development Support Manager.  

In this role, you will: 

Develop, cultivate, and maintain business partner relationships that lead to jobs or volunteer  

opportunities for OFA clients. 

Provide at least one potential partnership lead to the OFA Business Development Manager per month. 

Secure a minimum of four client job placements per month. 

Present employment model to employers. 

Negotiate new or renewal wage levels with employers. 

Accompany clients as need their first day of work. 

Create, complete and maintain: Job Contact Log, Development Summary Log, work inventory,  assessment, master application, etc. 

Complete all required documentation and reports. 

Attend ISP meetings, as assigned. 

Provide interview training to clients. 

Provide placement updates to Business Development Manager. 

Effectively relay issues and concerns to the Business Development Manager. 

Identify and engage in network-building activities (e.g. community and professional organizations). 

Attend at least one networking event per quarter and 2-3 marketing/vendor fairs per year. 

Conduct trainings to business partners. 

Support the Customized Employment (CE) process, which includes the following core stages:  

Discovery, Job Search Planning, Job Development and Negotiation, Placement Support, and Post-Employment Support. 

Upon hire, employees are required to complete the CE training within 6 months to ensure compliance with best practices and maintain service quality standards. 

Additional duties as assigned. 

What we’re looking for 

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a positive impact. QualificationsEducation 

High School Diploma or equivalent 

Degree in Marketing, Business, Communication, or another related field (Preferred) 

Experience 

Experience with job development and placement strategies, including byt not limited to job analysis and job carving 

Experience working with multiple local employeres in teh community 

Marketing and/or sales experience (preferred) 

Experience with instruction in critical life need areas, with emphasis on employment readiness job placment and employment (preferred)  

Experience with small group placements (preferred)  

Other Requirements 

21 years of age or older 


Ability to read, write, and speak professionally in English and Spanish

A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record are required for this role. 

This role requires travel within the region where services are provided. 

Final candidates must successfully complete a background check.