EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Northeast Kingdom Human Services Inc; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition & continuing education Reimb.

Loan repayment program

Health and dental insurance

403b retirement plan with companymatch

Paid time off: 12 sick days, 12 paid/4

Job summary

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is seeking an Employment Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in gaining competitive employment. You will provide personalized job support, ensuring safety and fostering independence, while helping clients develop skills for success in the workplace.

The role involves transporting participants, building rapport, addressing social-emotional needs, and developing natural supports at worksites.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals who have an intellectual/developmental disability (IDD) is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance are required.
• A commitment to safety and supporting individuals to develop independence in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Transports consumers to and from work.
• Develops rapport with individuals to foster a safe, supportive working relationship.
• Assists individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional issues and to build skills to reduce reliance on agency services.
• Helps individuals develop natural supports at their work sites.

Skills

Experience with IDD

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.Employment Support ProfessionalReady to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD)? Join our team as an Employment Support Professional (ESP).In this role, you'll provide personalized job support, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals while helping them develop skills for competitive employment. Your guidance will empower them to work independently, fostering their growth and success in the workplace.If you're passionate about making a difference, apply now and be part of a team dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving their goals.About Northeast Kingdom Human ServicesNKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 500 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of VermontRESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPETransports consumers to and from work.Develop a rapport with individuals to cultivate a safe and supportive working relationship.Assists individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional issues, provide skill building techniques, and develop and enhance supports to enable the consumer to decrease their dependency on agency services as much as possible.Assist and support individuals to develop natural supports at the work sites.Must maintain a valid driver’s license and provide transportation to and from distances as required in a reliable, safe, inspected and registered vehicle, in accordance with agency policies.QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent.Experience working with individuals who have an intellectual/development disability preferred.Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance.SALARY & BENEFITSCompetitive Pay! $19.50 - $23.84 per hour and Mileage ReimbursementTuition & continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment programLow-cost Health and Dental insurance403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and matchGenerous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidaysShort-/long-term disability coveragesOutstanding employee wellness programLife insurance, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefitsNKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.