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Cascade offers unique career opportunities within Jefferson County. We are a mix of compassionate, creative, adventurous, self-motivated individuals who seek to build a more inclusive community. If you’re interested in joining our team, check here for current openings and how to apply.
Supported Employment Specialist
Professionals who carry out the services of the Supported Employment program by assisting clients to obtain and maintain employment that is consistent with their vocational goals. Supported Employment Specialists are responsible for developing and implementing programs that align with key business strategies and initiatives. The provide services designed to assist individuals in achieving an optimal quality of life. Supported Employment Specialists work individually with consumers to develop job requirements and properly implement supported employment services which are based on consumer desires, medical necessity, and the Supported Employment Specialist judgment. For position requirements and application submission, please click below.
Check back for openings in the following positions:
Supported Employment & Community Engagement Specialist
This fulfilling and dynamic role works directly with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build self-empowerment and relationship-building skills, and partners with our local community to provide accessible employment opportunities. This role is ideal for the self-motivated, compassionate individual searching for a rewarding career assisting individuals to be valued and active members of our community. Our Specialists have a deep commitment to client success.
Community Engagement Specialist
Professionals trained to locate community services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to coordinate the use of those resources with the Persons they support. They promote inclusion with the community at large, and support both the Person served and their family in implementing the person centered plan. The major focus of the (CG) is creating experiences that increase the likelihood that relationships would occur and eventually follow normal day-to-day patterns of community participation. This program and newly created position requires the ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of Person served and community partners.
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On the Blog:
Cascade Community Connections welcomes new Assistant Director, Raquel Barbas.
We're thrilled to welcome our new Assistant Director, Raquel Barbas to the Cascade team!
Creating Meaningful Partnerships with Local Employers – an Interview with Lani Peterson
Our Program Director and Employment Consultant, Lani Peterson, explains how our Supported Employment Program successfully matches employees to employers.
How can you be more inclusive of autism in the workplace?
April is Autism Acceptance Month - here are 5 ways employers can be more inclusive of ASD in the workplace.