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Employment Specialist

  • Company: VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
  • Location: Hollins, Virginia
  • Salary: Pay not listed
  • Part Time
  • Company site
  • Pay not listed

VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment at a glance

VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment — Hollins, Virginia

Role Overview

The Employment Specialist at VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment works collaboratively with the Employment Services Supervisor to assist adults with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders in learning, accommodating, and performing their work duties. This role focuses on helping job seekers develop both specific job tasks and interpersonal skills necessary for workplace success.

Your Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Employment Services Supervisor to support individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders in acquiring employment skills.
  • Help job seekers develop essential job tasks and interpersonal skills required for various work environments.
  • Set up and implement training programs tailored to individual needs, ensuring they are equipped with necessary competencies.

Requirements

  • Experience in working with individuals with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders is preferred but not required.
  • A strong understanding of employment services and support strategies for people with disabilities.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Patient and empathetic approach to working with diverse populations.

About the Company

VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and services to individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their full potential in various aspects of life, including employment. We offer a supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.

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National job openings rate: 4.6%via BLS JOLTS

Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3%via FRED

National quits rate: 1.9%via FRED (BLS JOLTS)

Weekly initial unemployment claims: 208,000via FRED

GDP per capita in US: $90,027via World Bank

Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank

Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank

Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800via OECD

Unemployment rate in Virginia: 3.8%via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Cost of living in Virginia: 1.1% above the national averagevia BEA

Minimum wage in Virginia: $12.77/hrvia FRED

Real GDP per capita in Virginia: $70,264via FRED

Home prices in Virginia (year over year): +3.8%via FRED

Median household income in Roanoke County: $52,671via US Census ACS / Data USA

Average commute time in Roanoke County: 20 minvia US Census ACS / Data USA

Most common commute in Roanoke County: Drove Alone (75%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA

Households with home internet in Roanoke County: 86%via US Census ACS / Data USA

Nearby green space: 1 park within 1.5km — closest is Walrond Park. via OpenStreetMap

Typical climate: average high 68°F / low 44°F year-round (summers around 85°F, winters around 27°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals

Walkability: Below average walkablevia EPA National Walkability Index

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    Traits that fit this role

    • Social Orientation
    • Cooperation
    • Integrity
    • Attention to Detail
    • Dependability

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    Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. — via O*NET

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    Salary & compensation

    Workers in Business & Financial Operations occupations earn a national median of $76,859via US Census ACS / Data USA

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    Listing facts

    • Role Employment Specialist
    • Employer VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment
    • Location Hollins, Virginia
    • Type Part Time
    • Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
    • Posted July 24, 2026
    • Apply by August 24, 2026
    • Country United States
    • Overview Full job description on this page (231 words)

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    Typical work in Employment Specialist

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    • Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
    • Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
    • Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
    • Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
    • Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
    • Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.

    Source: O*NET

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    Employment Specialist VIA Centers For Neurodevelopment · Hollins, Virginia