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What’s it like working for ACCESS & Project Search Arkansas?
At ACCESS and Project SEARCH Arkansas we have a wonderful work atmosphere with a team approach. ACCESS serves individuals ages birth -21 with developmental delays. Project SEARCH Arkansas serves young adults with disabilities 18-35.
Characteristics we look for…
Team Player, takes initiative, independent, creative, innovative, dedicated, timely, organized, easy-going, problem solver, and FUN with an energetic personality!
Compensation and Benefits:
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Paid Time Off – 12 Days Annually
- School Break Leave – 18.5 Days:
- 7 Days – Christmas Break
- 5 Days – Spring Break
- 1 Day Each: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day
- 1 Week in August
- 3 Days for Thanksgiving
- Health Insurance (employer shared cost) & Short-Term Disability (employer-paid)
- Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability & Supplemental Insurance (employee cost)
- 401(K) Retirement Plan – Employer Match (after eligibility met)
Current Job Listings
Develop relationships in the community to help support interns in finding employment after graduation.
Essential Functions and Basic Duties
Develop and maintain relationships with local employers to create job opportunities for Project SEARCH interns.
- Attend networking events in the community to help build relationships within each Project SEARCH community.
- Provide ongoing support and retention to businesses that we currently partner with.
- Present about Project SEARCH to at local events.
- Develop Business Advisory Councils (BAC) for each Project SEARCH or a statewide BAC
- Strengthen relationships with Arkansas Rehabilitation Service (ARS) counselors
- Maintain accurate documentation and track employment outcomes
- Collaborate with the Project SEARCH instructors, skills trainers and other team members to support intern success.
- Assist with helping interns/graduates find the right job match.
- Protect and maintain intern privacy.
- Collaborates with all members of the team, including the funding partners (ARS, ACCESS, host business, parents, co-workers) effectively.
- Be able to maintain a flexible work schedule- this position will require traveling, working during the evenings and weekends.
- Must have a driving record that meets ACCESS’ policy and the insurance carrier underwriter guidelines, as required.
- Ensures that all paperwork necessary is complete and timely.
- Must maintain a personal vehicle in safe and operating condition, as required.
- Will need to provide immunization records, complete a TB Skin test, take an annual flu shot and other tests/screening as required by hot businesses.
- Must pass background checks required by host business and ACCESS.
- May need to attend host businesses orientations and meet all requirements of host businesses (examples include- hair color requirements, nail length, tattoos, piercings, smoking guidelines, drug free, etc.)
- May perform other related or non-related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
- Experience in job development, employment services, vocational rehabilitation, or working with individuals with disabilities.
- Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Travel Requirements
- Extensive travel throughout Arkansas will be required
Employed with ACCESS, and the position is located at the Project SEARCH Arkansas: ACCESS Initiative administrative office in Little Rock, AR. If interested, please send a resume to Rebekah Seljan at rebekah.seljan@accessgroupinc.org or contact her at 501.515.2691
This position is responsible for providing job training, teaching, and support to interns participating in an internship program. This individual will help to facilitate the integration of persons with disabilities into the competitive workforce. Qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED and experience working with individuals with disabilities. Must possess excellent verbal and written, computer, organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills and be an independent worker, flexible, and goal-and-team-oriented. This position may require daily travel within a defined territory. Candidate must also have a valid driver’s license. College experience preferred. Full-time position (40 hours). Employed with ACCESS, but the position is located at the UAPB Project SEARCH program site in Pine Bluff, AR. If interested, please send a resume to Rebekah Seljan at rebekah.seljan@accessgroupinc.org or contact her at 501.515.2691
This position is responsible for providing job training, teaching, and support to interns participating in an internship program. This individual will help to facilitate the integration of persons with disabilities into the competitive workforce. Qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED and experience working with individuals with disabilities. Must possess excellent verbal and written, computer, organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills and be an independent worker, flexible, and goal-and-team-oriented. This position may require daily travel within a defined territory. Candidate must also have a valid driver’s license. College experience preferred. Full-time position (40 hours). Employed with ACCESS, but the position is located at the OCMC Project SEARCH program site in Camden, AR. If interested, please send a resume to Rebekah Seljan at rebekah.seljan@accessgroupinc.org or contact her at 501.515.2691