Inclusive Employment Counselor

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services Inc. is seeking a Career Counselor to support individuals in achieving competitive integrated employment goals.

You will help with job applications, resumes, and interview prep, while collaborating with MassAbility and the Department of Transitional Assistance to align employment and educational objectives. The role emphasizes serving adults with disabilities, providing guidance on benefits (SSI/SSDI), and implies a pathway to become a Certified Employment Specialist

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation, required.
• Minimum of two years' experience working with individuals with disabilities (including behavioral health challenges).
• Must be willing to become a Certified Employment Specialist upon hire. Open Sky provides and pays for this certification!

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with MassAbility and Department of Transitional Assistance to determine individuals employment and/or educational goals.
• Determine individuals’ vocational readiness through the development of relevant skills including completion of job applications, resume writing and interview preparation.
• Operate as a representative of Open Sky in meetings with funders related to work responsibilities and support for individuals served.
• Assist individuals in accessing and obtaining information about their benefits such as SSI, SSDI and others. Help individuals understand how benefits may affect their employment.

Skills

Driver's license

Experience with disabilities

Willing to become Certified Employment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Open Sky Community Services Inc. is seeking a Career Counselor to support individuals in achieving competitive integrated employment goals.

You will help with job applications, resumes, and interview prep, while collaborating with MassAbility and the Department of Transitional Assistance to align employment and educational objectives. The role emphasizes serving adults with disabilities, providing guidance on benefits (SSI/SSDI), and implies a pathway to become a Certified Employment Specialist