Employment Floater Full time

MARC INC OF MANCHESTER; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MARC, Inc. is seeking a dependable Employment Floater in Manchester, CT to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving employment and community goals. The role focuses on building natural supports, promoting independence, and documenting progress while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities include supporting job skills, workplace behaviors, community participation, transportation when needed, and collaboration with staff. A valid license and vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Experience assisting adults with special needs is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals in employment and transitional programs.
• Assist with developing job skills, workplace behaviors, and community participation.
• Support individuals at job sites, volunteer opportunities, and community activities.
• Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and participation in plans.
• Follow plans, safety procedures, and policies; complete documentation accurately.
• Provide transportation assistance when applicable and participate in meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Compassion or empathy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Are you someone who enjoys variety, working with people, and stepping in wherever you’re needed? We’re looking for a dependable Employment Floater to join our team!MARC, Inc. is seeking dependable a Employment Floater for our Employment Department who will be responsible for assisting persons with developmental disabilities achieve their employment and community goals. They will develop natural supports and assist individuals with personal growth and reaching their goals. The ideal candidate will have compassion, previous experience assisting adults with special needs, strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as good judgment.Requirements: Must have a valid Driver's License and vehicle with current registration and insurance, as driving is a requirement of the position. Must have a High School Diploma. CPR, First Aid, PMT and Med Certification are preferred.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESProvide direct support to individuals participating in employment and transitional programs.Assist individuals with developing and maintaining job skills, workplace behaviors, and community skills.Support individuals at job sites, volunteer opportunities, community activities, and program locations.Encourage independence, choice-making, self-advocacy, and participation.Follow individual plans, behavioral support plans, safety procedures, and organizational policies.Provide coverage for staff who are absent or when additional staffing support is needed.Assist with transportation, when applicable.Promote positive relationships between individuals, coworkers, employers, and community members.Complete required documentation, progress notes, attendance records, and incident reports accurately and on time.Maintain confidentiality and respect the dignity and privacy of individuals receiving services.Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Career and Employment ServicesThis job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Director of Employment and Career ServicesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalentMust possess a license, auto registration, and vehicle insurance as driving is requiredKnowledge of proactive thinking and positive supportsMust be able to complete all essential job duties, minimum qualifications, and physical efforts with or without a disability.