Employment Specialist
Why Join Our TeamThe Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services.BenefitsGenerous Paid Vacation TimeSick Time10 Paid holidaysInsurance - Medical, Dental and VisionTuition ReimbursementPaid TrainingBereavement LeaveEmployee Referral BonusEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement Plan with Agency MatchAnd so much more!Work Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm (40 hours)A Day In The Life Of An Employment SpecialistAs a full-time Employment Specialist, you will positively impact lives by assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitie to prepare for, obtain, and maintain competitive, integrated, community-based employment, all while focusing on their person-centered goals.Assists the individual with vocational assessment and discovery through home and neighborhood observation, benefits planning, interviews with others, observation of task-based activities, file reviews and other relevant meansIdentifies and recommends work settings using person-centered approachFacilitates job readiness classes and other programs as necessaryWorks with individuals on an ongoing basis to develop the work habits necessary to obtain and retain completive employment Models appropriate work behaviorMaintains up-to-date files and completes all necessary paperwork such as personal profile, case notes, service plans, service documentation, monthly summaries, etc. Assist employers by providing training techniques and strategies to mitigate the individuals barriers to employment Who We Are Looking ForMaster's Degree with one year of experience in employment services OR Bachelor's Degree with three years of experience in employment servicesOther Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be ConsideredMust possess a current, valid New York State Driver's License that meets Agency Driver standards.Salary: $20.50 - $21.70 per hourJob Posted by ApplicantPro