Impactful Employment Support Specialist

CLASS (Community Living And Support Services); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CLASS (Community Living And Support Services) in Pittsburgh seeks an Employment Support Professional to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain competitive integrated employment.

You will conduct outreach, intake, assessments, develop job opportunities, provide on-the-job training, and support with resume creation, interviews, and coordinating with employers while ensuring compliance with CWDS and 6400 regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required or Associate degree with 3+ years of experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Credentialed as APSE or ACRE certificate (or acquired within 9 months).
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements
• Current Criminal History Clearance

Responsibilities

• Facilitate outreach, intake, and assessment to grow program census.
• Build relationships with funders to secure referrals.
• Process referrals and conduct intake meetings within 48 hours.
• Conduct initial intake assessment to determine strengths and interests.
• Perform community-based assessments and write outcome reports.
• Develop community-integrated job opportunities and provide on-the-job training.
• Assist with resume development and interview readiness.
• Contact employers and coordinate job placements and accommodations.
• Complete job analyses to match skills with opportunities.
• Provide on-the-job training including soft skills.
• Offer ongoing post-placement support for stability.
• Maintain regular contact with consumer and employer with approval.
• Document thoroughly in CWDS and 6400 regulatory requirements.

Skills

Positive and effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational and writing skills

Attention to detail and follow up

Critical thinking and independent判断

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate degree in related field

APSE Certified Employment Support Professional

ACRE National Certificate of Achievement in Employment Services

Job description

CLASS (Community Living And Support Services) in Pittsburgh seeks an Employment Support Professional to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain competitive integrated employment.

You will conduct outreach, intake, assessments, develop job opportunities, provide on-the-job training, and support with resume creation, interviews, and coordinating with employers while ensuring compliance with CWDS and 6400 regulations.