Employment Specialist

Community Options Job Board; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; 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 an Employment Specialist in Waverly, NY. This role involves training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in essential job skills. Responsibilities include supporting individuals through the employment process, teaching independent job skills, and assisting at their job sites. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred) and at least two years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive insurance, paid holidays, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support individuals through the employment process, including resume development and job applications.
• Teach independent job skills utilizing job task analysis and specific supports.
• Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing and completing tasks.

Skills

Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Ability to work individually and with a team

Education

High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Location: 354 Broad St, 150 Broad St, Suite 1, Waverly, NY 14892, USA

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

We are seeking an Employment Specialist in Waverly, NY. 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 $18.00/hour

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

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree 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

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

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