Employment Specialist - $1000 Sign-On bonus Available!

The Arc of Monroe; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as an Employment Specialist, advocating for individuals with disabilities in Rochester. You'll support job skills development, promote inclusivity, and ensure job retention through dedicated coaching. This full-time role offers a chance to make a real impact in the community while working collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working with people with disabilities or equivalent education.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Teach job search skills and identify barriers to employment.
• Facilitate job placements and provide coaching.
• Promote hiring of people with disabilities.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-Building

Advocacy

Job Development Strategies

Coaching

Record-Keeping

Cultural Competence

Pressure Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Job description

Employment Specialist - $1000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Join The Arc of Monroe as an Employment Specialist and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Apply now to be among the first 25 applicants.

Job Overview

As an Employment Specialist, you will advocate for social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion for the disability community. Your role involves supporting individuals to develop employment skills, build relationships, and integrate into the Rochester community.

Responsibilities

• Teach job search skills and identify potential barriers to employment
• Facilitate appropriate job placements using analytical matching
• Promote hiring of people with disabilities to employers
• Provide on-site/off-site coaching to ensure job retention and satisfaction
• Offer additional services like mobility training, self-advocacy, and work readiness

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with participants, families, and partners
• Complete necessary documentation accurately and timely

Required Skills

• Strategies for job development, employer education, and advocacy
• Coaching on-site to support skill mastery and professional social skills
• Monitoring and evaluating job performance and skills
• Flexible schedule and accurate record-keeping
• Culturally competent and tactful advocacy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay calm under pressure

Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field plus 2 years of experience working with people with disabilities, or equivalent education and experience
• Valid NYS driver’s license and access to reliable transportation

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal Services

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