Supported I/DD Employment Specialist

KenCrest; Blue Bell (SD); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

KenCrest is seeking a Supported I/DD Employment Specialist to support our Employment Program and its Leadership Team. You will provide on-the-job training, build relationships with community employers, and help individuals identify strengths to achieve successful employment.

Role is mobile, requiring travel and flexible scheduling. This position is ideal for self-motivated individuals who can work one-on-one with people with disabilities, encouraging personal choice and informed decision making

Qualifications

• Experience working with the I/DD population.
• Self-motivated with ability to work one-on-one.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• ACRE certification preferred; otherwise completion required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training for consumers.
• Build positive relationships with community employers.
• Identify strengths of individuals served to contribute to their success.
• Encourage personal choice and decision making.

Skills

I/DD population experience

Self-motivated

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

ACRE Certification

Job description

Supported I/DD Employment Specialist

Full Time, Flexible Schedule (days, evenings and weekends)

Hybrid Position (mobile / remote)

KenCrest is seeking a Supported I/DD Employment Specialist to support our Employment Program and its Leadership Team.

Our Employment Department works to create a streamlined process to assist our consumers every step of the way as they navigate through the progression of finding and maintaining gainful employment. This position is ideal for someone who is self‑motivated and able to work one‑on‑one with individuals with disabilities, interested in a mobile and independent position, has experience with Self‑Employment/Entrepreneurship or systematic Instruction and/or teaching.

As our Supported I/DD Employment Specialist , you will provide on‑the‑job training for your consumers, build positive professional relationships with community employers, develop relationships with individuals served to identify strengths that can contribute to their overall success, and encourage personal choice and decision making.

Offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth!

Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field, preferred

• Experience working with the I/DD population, preferred

• ACRE Certification, preferred [otherwise completion is required within six (6) months of hire]

• Valid driver’s license

Must have a minimum of 2 years driving experience; License, Registration, and Insurance must match candidate’s State of permanent residency.

KenCrest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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