Employment Specialist

Community Options, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

401k/403b plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Full Time Employment Specialist to train individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the skills needed to gain and maintain employment.

Responsibilities include resume development, job applications, interview coaching, and on‑the‑job supports using task analysis and assistive technology. This role builds community connections, tracks progress for employers and families, and maintains timely documentation and billable

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred; ACRE certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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; ACRE certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Crisis management

Driver's license

Problem solving

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a Non-Profit company which develops residential and employment supports for people with mild to severe development and physical disabilities in 12 states; utilizing technology and training. We recognize that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs.

This dynamic nationwide non-profit organization is seeking a Full Time Employment Specialist to work in our Pittsburgh, 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.

Weareofferinga$250Sign-OnBonusopportunityforNewHires!(Mustcomplete90daysofsatisfactoryemploymenttobeeligible)

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; ACRE certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Complete all state and agency required training 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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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