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Join our Supported Employment team, where we help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) explore career interests, build skills, and achieve meaningful employment.
About the Position
As a Business Engagement Specialist (BES) you’ll connect local businesses with motivated job seekers in the I/DD community, helping people overcome barriers to employment.
If you’re a natural at relationship building, great at prospecting, and adept with "closing the deal"—but want your work to mean more—this is the role for you.
What You'll Do
Build employer partnerships: Research, outreach, and meet with businesses to create employment opportunities for the people we support.
Support job seekers: Match the skills and interests of the people we support with job opportunities and help them prepare for employment.
Coordinate with teams: Work closely with Employment Training Specialists, Job Coaches, and employers to ensure a successful employment experience.
Conduct assessments: Observe and assess job readiness through shadowing, mock interviews, and community-based assessments.
Provide coaching: Step in as a Job Coach when needed to support the people we support on the job.
Document progress: Maintain clear and accurate records using digital systems like Salesforce and Digital Agency.
Lead with person-centered values: Use respectful, strength-based communication to help people set and achieve personal employment goals.
Stay organized: Manage time, priorities, and regional travel efficiently.
Perfect for: sales professionals, recruiters, career counselors, or business development representatives looking for mission-driven work.
Location
Full time and Part time opportunities available throughout New York City
Minimum Qualification Requirements
HS Diploma or its educational equivalent; and
One (1) year of experience in a sales, marketing or recruiting role performing duties such as networking, relationship building, securing leads, commitments or enrollments; or in the I/DD field securing or coordinating services, conducting assessments and/or making placements.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to learn and comfort with electronic and data management systems, including Salesforce and Digital Agency.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, if required by caseload, including occasional evening and/or weekend hours and willingness to regularly travel across assigned region(s) to develop partnerships with businesses.
Preferred Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Two (2) years’ experience assisting people with barriers to employment
Work or life experience with individuals with I/DD
Valid NY State Driver's License (for assignments in areas with limited public transportation)
Benefits¹
DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!
Tuition reimbursement
Medical, Dental, and Vision for Full time employees (with options for family and more extensive medical plans)
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
403(b) retirement with employer match
Life insurance and long-term disability
Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more!
Compensation
$20.55/hour
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus²
¹Benefits eligibility varies based on Full or Part time employment; ²Sign-on Bonus is paid for successful Full time hires after three (3) and six (6) months of employment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.
Join our Supported Employment team, where we help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) explore career interests, build skills, and achieve meaningful employment.
About the Position
As a Business Engagement Specialist (BES) you’ll connect local businesses with motivated job seekers in the I/DD community, helping people overcome barriers to employment.
If you’re a natural at relationship building, great at prospecting, and adept with "closing the deal"—but want your work to mean more—this is the role for you.
What You'll Do
Build employer partnerships: Research, outreach, and meet with businesses to create employment opportunities for the people we support.
Support job seekers: Match the skills and interests of the people we support with job opportunities and help them prepare for employment.
Coordinate with teams: Work closely with Employment Training Specialists, Job Coaches, and employers to ensure a successful employment experience.
Conduct assessments: Observe and assess job readiness through shadowing, mock interviews, and community-based assessments.
Provide coaching: Step in as a Job Coach when needed to support the people we support on the job.
Document progress: Maintain clear and accurate records using digital systems like Salesforce and Digital Agency.
Lead with person-centered values: Use respectful, strength-based communication to help people set and achieve personal employment goals.
Stay organized: Manage time, priorities, and regional travel efficiently.
Perfect for: sales professionals, recruiters, career counselors, or business development representatives looking for mission-driven work.
Location
Full time and Part time opportunities available throughout New York City
Minimum Qualification Requirements
HS Diploma or its educational equivalent; and
One (1) year of experience in a sales, marketing or recruiting role performing duties such as networking, relationship building, securing leads, commitments or enrollments; or in the I/DD field securing or coordinating services, conducting assessments and/or making placements.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to learn and comfort with electronic and data management systems, including Salesforce and Digital Agency.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, if required by caseload, including occasional evening and/or weekend hours and willingness to regularly travel across assigned region(s) to develop partnerships with businesses.
Preferred Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Two (2) years’ experience assisting people with barriers to employment
Work or life experience with individuals with I/DD
Valid NY State Driver's License (for assignments in areas with limited public transportation)
Benefits¹
DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!
Tuition reimbursement
Medical, Dental, and Vision for Full time employees (with options for family and more extensive medical plans)
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
403(b) retirement with employer match
Life insurance and long-term disability
Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more!
Compensation
$20.55/hour
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus²
¹Benefits eligibility varies based on Full or Part time employment; ²Sign-on Bonus is paid for successful Full time hires after three (3) and six (6) months of employment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.