Empowering Vocational Support Specialist

The Arc of Southern Maryland; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Southern Chesapeake in Lexington Park, MD is hiring full-time Vocational Support Professionals to provide onsite instruction, support and encouragement to people with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

You will work as part of a team to help individuals meet employment goals, build natural supports, and participate in community activities while ensuring safety and compliance with agency and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited high school or GED.
• 2 years of competitive employment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to meet employment goals through skill-building and supports.
• Develop friendships and relationships in work, volunteer and recreational settings.
• Provide on-site skill instruction and job training while encouraging development of natural supports.
• Maintain frequent and positive contacts with employers, families, or other important people in the lives of people served.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and develop adaptive methods.

Skills

Team collaboration

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

The Arc Southern Chesapeake in Lexington Park, MD is hiring full-time Vocational Support Professionals to provide onsite instruction, support and encouragement to people with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

You will work as part of a team to help individuals meet employment goals, build natural supports, and participate in community activities while ensuring safety and compliance with agency and state regulations.