Employment Specialist: Create Meaningful Work Opportunities

Arc of Onondaga County; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On bonus

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement plan with employer-

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Career advancement

Meaningful Career

Job summary

Arc of Onondaga County in New York is seeking an Employment Professional to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities pursue employment goals, offering Supported Employment, Job Development, and Pre-Employment Transition Services to build workplace skills.

You will cultivate relationships with local employers, support independence, and work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field, such as Personnel, Counseling, or Guidance.
• Alternatively, an Associate's Degree with at least two years of experience providing services to individuals with disabilities or other significant barriers to employment.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to the Agency's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they work toward employment goals.
• Provide services such as Supported Employment, Job Development, and Pre-Employment Transition Services to develop workplace skills.
• Build meaningful relationships with local employers, community partners, and service providers to create employment opportunities and promote long-term success.
• Help individuals achieve greater independence and reach their employment goals.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in VR Counseling

Associate's Degree + 2 years exp

Job description

Arc of Onondaga County in New York is seeking an Employment Professional to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities pursue employment goals, offering Supported Employment, Job Development, and Pre-Employment Transition Services to build workplace skills.

You will cultivate relationships with local employers, support independence, and work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and ongoing professional development.