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Employment Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as human services, counseling, or social work. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring you for permanent residency, not a temporary work visa.
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Get Access To All JobsIf making a lasting difference in someone's life is a priority for you and your career goals, we want to help you get there. LIFESPAN Services is hiring compassionate, hardworking, friendly, and reliable Employment Specialists to develop relationships with prospective employers, creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to obtain job placement.
What we do:
LIFESPAN’s Services' mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities by providing education, employment, and enrichment opportunities to live, work and play in their communities. We focus on the interests of each individual we support to ensure their well-being, dignity, and right of choice. As an Employment Specialist, you work 1:1 with local employers to obtain job placements. In addition, you will provide training, mentoring, and support for your team of Employment Specialists. LIFESPAN Services is committed to helping you succeed by providing a supportive team environment, training, growth and development, and career advancement. Join our team of passionate and caring professionals to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Schedule: Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
What you’ll get:
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedules including PRN, full and part-time opportunities
- Paid training
- Full-time employees have access to benefits including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 403b retirement plan with employer match; and perks galore!
What you’ll do:
- Facilitate onsite job instruction, ensuring that they are placed in the most appropriate and least restrictive job for their individual needs and interest.
- Responsible for an average of 12 job placements per fiscal year.
- Ensure that goals and plans are implemented.
- Work as a liaison between the employer and employee to ensure needs are met.
- Transport individuals to and from various locations in a safe vehicle while maintaining a confidential environment.
- Market to prospective employers to secure job placements for individuals with disabilities.
- Complete intakes regularly and ensure record-keeping standards are maintained.
- Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
- Provide follow-along support and guidance.
- Submit accurate billing weekly by scheduled deadlines.
- Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
- Meet Quarterly Revenue Objectives.
What you need:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check
- Pass driving record check if providing transportation
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
- Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy)
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime as required.
LIFESPAN Services is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment. LIFESPAN Services is an equal opportunity employer.
If making a lasting difference in someone's life is a priority for you and your career goals, we want to help you get there. LIFESPAN Services is hiring compassionate, hardworking, friendly, and reliable Employment Specialists to develop relationships with prospective employers, creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to obtain job placement.
What we do:
LIFESPAN’s Services' mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities by providing education, employment, and enrichment opportunities to live, work and play in their communities. We focus on the interests of each individual we support to ensure their well-being, dignity, and right of choice. As an Employment Specialist, you work 1:1 with local employers to obtain job placements. In addition, you will provide training, mentoring, and support for your team of Employment Specialists. LIFESPAN Services is committed to helping you succeed by providing a supportive team environment, training, growth and development, and career advancement. Join our team of passionate and caring professionals to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Schedule: Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
What you’ll get:
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedules including PRN, full and part-time opportunities
- Paid training
- Full-time employees have access to benefits including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 403b retirement plan with employer match; and perks galore!
What you’ll do:
- Facilitate onsite job instruction, ensuring that they are placed in the most appropriate and least restrictive job for their individual needs and interest.
- Responsible for an average of 12 job placements per fiscal year.
- Ensure that goals and plans are implemented.
- Work as a liaison between the employer and employee to ensure needs are met.
- Transport individuals to and from various locations in a safe vehicle while maintaining a confidential environment.
- Market to prospective employers to secure job placements for individuals with disabilities.
- Complete intakes regularly and ensure record-keeping standards are maintained.
- Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
- Provide follow-along support and guidance.
- Submit accurate billing weekly by scheduled deadlines.
- Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
- Meet Quarterly Revenue Objectives.
What you need:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check
- Pass driving record check if providing transportation
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
- Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy)
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime as required.
LIFESPAN Services is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment. LIFESPAN Services is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Employment Specialist
Align your degree to the PERM job description
PERM requires a direct connection between your academic background and the offered role. A degree in counseling, social work, or rehabilitation services maps cleanly to Employment Specialist duties and strengthens the labor certification before DOL review.
Target workforce development organizations and government contractors
State workforce agencies, nonprofits operating workforce boards, and federal contractors running reemployment programs regularly sponsor Employment Specialists for green cards. These employers understand PERM timelines and often have established immigration counsel on retainer.
Search for PERM-sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Filter Employment Specialist postings by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This lets you prioritize employers who have already filed PERM applications for this job title rather than cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with the process.
Request the prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
DOL sets prevailing wages using the OFLC Wage Search for each job title and location. Your offered salary must meet that level for PERM to proceed, so confirm the wage category during offer negotiations, not after you've accepted.
Prepare your credentials for EB-2 or EB-3 classification early
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed before the PERM filing begins. Your employer's attorney will need this to establish whether you qualify under EB-2 advanced-degree requirements or EB-3 skilled-worker criteria.
Understand that PERM timelines differ sharply from H-1B
PERM labor certification currently takes six to twelve months at DOL before the I-140 petition even begins. Build this into your employment timeline and discuss filing milestones explicitly with any sponsoring employer during the offer stage.
Green Card Employment Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Employment Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Employment Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals requiring a bachelor's degree. If the role requires an advanced degree in counseling, rehabilitation, or a related discipline, EB-2 classification may apply. O*NET classifies Employment Specialists under social service occupations that routinely meet USCIS specialty requirements, making PERM sponsorship a well-established path for this job title.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Employment Specialists?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status tied to a single employer. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green cards have no annual lottery, though per-country backlogs can affect wait times for applicants from India and China. PERM also requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available before your employer can file the I-140 petition, adding a recruitment phase the H-1B process does not require.
What documentation should I prepare before a sponsoring employer begins PERM?
You'll need academic transcripts and a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., plus a resume documenting your qualifying work history. Your employer's immigration attorney will also need proof that your background meets the specific requirements listed in the PERM job description. Preparing these documents before the offer stage speeds up the filing timeline considerably.
Where can I find Employment Specialist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Employment Specialist roles where employers have active green card sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship type narrows results to organizations already familiar with PERM filings, which reduces the risk of accepting an offer from an employer who later decides the process is too complex to pursue.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently on an H-1B?
Yes. PERM labor certification can begin while you hold valid H-1B status. Many Employment Specialists use H-1B extensions under AC21 portability rules to maintain work authorization while the PERM and I-140 process advances. USCIS allows you to change employers after the I-140 is approved and a green card has been pending for 180 days, preserving your priority date in the queue.