Impactful Employment Specialist — Supported Employment

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc; Brooklyn (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Brooklyn is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining paid competitive employment. This full-time role focuses on job coaching, developing relationships with employers, and providing essential support services in a diverse environment. Candidates are required to have an associates degree and experience in providing services to individuals with disabilities. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience providing services to individuals with disabilities required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Pre-employment screenings such as Criminal Background Check needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities to find and retain internships and paid employment.
• Provide job coaching and support services for clients.
• Develop working relationships with employers.

Skills

Effective communication

Understanding of local job market

Judgment and sensitivity

Ability to interface across programs

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

A community service organization in Brooklyn is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining paid competitive employment. This full-time role focuses on job coaching, developing relationships with employers, and providing essential support services in a diverse environment. Candidates are required to have an associates degree and experience in providing services to individuals with disabilities. Excellent communication skills are essential.