Employment Training Specialist I - Part Time

Achieve Ny; New York (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a dedicated Employment Training Specialist I to empower individuals with disabilities by enhancing their vocational skills. This part-time role involves providing direct support and training, fostering positive work habits, and assisting with job readiness in both community and site-based settings. You will collaborate with individuals to explore their interests and develop essential soft skills through various experiences. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support others in their vocational journey, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supports, education, and training to build vocational skills.
• Assist individuals in exploring interests and employment goals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Judgment Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Agency Operating Systems

Applicable Software

Job description

Description

Employment Training Specialist I

Part Time, 0-29 hours a week, 1st shift

Wage: $16.00-17.25/hr

The Employment Training Specialist I is responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities to maximize their vocational skills within a site-based and/or community-based setting. Using a person-centered approach, the individual will have opportunities to learn and practice job skills that will prepare them for future community employment opportunities. The specific duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct supports, education and training to build and expand vocational skills, habits and personal outcomes related to the world of work.
• Partner with individuals served to explore interests and employment goals; identify and assist with vocational opportunities; develop soft skills and practice work skills through a variety of volunteer/work assessment opportunities, work simulation experiences, and instructional activities.
• Network with community resources to build individualized vocational experiences.
• Transport and accompany individuals on community experiences.
• Provide job readiness and soft skills training in group settings.
• Foster and promote positive vocational skills and habits.
• Assist with the development of service plans and implement the plans as written.
• Provide oversight to individuals during service hours to ensure their health and safety.
• Obtain and maintain required agency training and OPWDD mandated training, staff development, and agency meetings as required by the agency and/or State and Federal regulations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess good interpersonal, written, oral, and communication abilities and effective time management/organizational skills.
• Be computer literate with knowledge in agency operating systems and applicable software required for department needs.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in normal work and emergency situations.
• Must physically be able to perform required certifications and lift 50 pounds.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• A valid driver's license and record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and automobile insurance. May be required to transport program individuals in personal vehicle when an agency vehicle is unavailable.