Employment Specialist

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS, LLC – Lafayette, LA and Surrounding Areas

About PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS, LLC helps individuals with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance in competitive integrated employment. We partner with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) to support meaningful employment outcomes and long-term independence.

Position Overview

We are seeking a self-driven, results-oriented Employment Specialist to join our team as an independent contractor (1099).

Job Description

This role combines:

• Case management
• Job coaching
• Employer outreach

You will be responsible for helping clients secure employment while building relationships with employers in your community.

Employer Development

• Build relationships with local businesses
• Present and advocate for clients to employers
• Prospect new employers through in-person visits, calls, and networking
• Identify job opportunities and create placement pipelines

Client Support & Job Coaching

• Assist with:
• Job applications
• Resume development
• Interview preparation
• Provide on-the-job support and coaching
• Maintain contact after placement to ensure long-term success

Client-Centered Expectations

Our clients are at the center of everything we do. Contractors are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism, reliability, and respect in all interactions with clients, employers, and community partners.

This includes:

• Clear and timely communication
• Consistent follow-through on commitments
• Professional conduct in all settings

Because we work with individuals who rely on our services, accountability and professionalism are essential to success in this role.

Earnings & Growth Potential

Caseload Level Monthly Income Annual Income

• 4–6 clients - Part-Time - $1,250 – $1,800 - $15K – $22K
• 7–10 clients - Mid-Level - $2,000 – $3,300 - $25K – $40K
• 10–15+ clients - Full-Time - $3,300 – $5,400+ - $40K – $65K+
• Income is performance-based and increases with consistency and placements
• Start part-time or mid-level and scale into full-time income over time

Compensation

• 1099 Independent Contractor (commission-based)
• Paid based on milestone outcomes
• No cap on earnings

Work Structure

• Flexible schedule, you control your time
• Hybrid / field-based (local travel required)
• Work is driven by client and employer needs
• Many contractors find success working consistent daytime hours with occasional evenings or weekends

Training & Support

• Initial onboarding and guidance on LRS services and processes
• Ongoing support and strategy discussions
• Access to company systems and workflow tools

Equipment & Technology

• Must have:
• Personal computer/laptop
• Cell phone
• Internet access
• Company provides access to required software systems

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent employer outreach and relationship building
• Regular communication with clients
• Timely documentation and reporting
• Steady job placements and follow-up support

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate degree or higher preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with outreach, networking, and relationship-building
• Organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple clients independently
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, CRM systems)
• Reliable transportation for local travel
• Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Background & Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred:

Counseling & Social Services

• Social services
• Vocational or employment counseling
• Psychiatric or behavioral support services
• Guidance and counseling
• Rehabilitation counseling

Therapeutic Services

• Recreational therapy
• Music therapy
• Physical therapy
• Art therapy

Instruction & Evaluation

• Teaching or training roles
• Rehabilitation instruction
• Vocational or rehabilitation evaluation

Business & Workforce Development

• Human resources
• Job placement or staffing
• Job development or employer relations

Specialized Areas

• Nursing or healthcare-related services
• Worker’s compensation or vocational rehabilitation cases
• Dispute resolution related to employment or rehabilitation

Who This Role Is For

• Individuals who enjoy helping others succeed
• Self-starters who prefer flexibility and independence
• People comfortable with performance-based income
• Those who want to grow their income based on results

Apply Today

If you are motivated, independent, and want to make a meaningful impact while controlling your income potential, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $15,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote