Employment Specialist

Community Options Job Board; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Job summary

A national non‑profit agency is seeking a Full Time Employment Specialist in Allentown, PA. The role involves training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them gain and maintain successful employment. Responsibilities include supporting clients through the employment process and teaching essential job skills. The position offers competitive pay starting at $18.50/hour along with various benefits like paid holidays and generous PTO. Interested candidates can send their resumes via email.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in developing resumes and applying for jobs.
• Teach job skills using assistive technology.
• Build a support network between individuals and community members.

Skills

Support individuals through employment process

Teach independent job skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Establish supportive relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Supported Employment - LH 3710 Broadway Allentown, PA 18104, USA

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

This dynamic nationwide non‑profit organization is seeking a Full Time Employment Specialist to work in our Allentown, PA location. The Employment Specialist is responsible for training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the critical skills needed to gain and maintain successful employment.

Starting pay is $18.50/hour

All PT new hires are eligible for a sign‑on bonus of $250.00 after completing 90 days of introductory/probationary period per Regional Director of Employment approval including performance standards

Responsibilities

• Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employers
• Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
• Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignments
• Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers
• Build a support network between individuals and community members
• Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and management
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Report program status updates on a regular basis
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Complete all state and agency required trainings per state guidelines
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Send resumes to: [e-mail]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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