Employment Specialist - Full Time - Days

JOB TITLE: Employment Specialist

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT:  Vocational Services

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Director of Vocational Services

POSITION SUMMARY:     Assumes responsibility for assisting Individuals directly on the job site, identifies any supportive services needs, provides and/or arranges for the provisions to meet these needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education, Training & Experience:

Associate’s Degree in human services plus two (2) years experience.

OR

            High School Diploma/GED with four (4) years related experience, preferably working with developmentally disabled individuals.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have valid New York State driver’s license and must meet the Agency’s driving policy, which includes a satisfactory driver’s license record (MVR).  New hires/transfers to new positions must obtain a NYS driver’s license within six (6) months from date of hire/transfer on job postings.

Must complete and maintain certification in SCIP-R at the level required to meet program or site specific needs.

Must be able to communicate effectively, exhibit patience and understanding of disabilities.

Must be able to perform lifting techniques required as per program or site specific needs with no restrictions.

Must be able to provide consumer support for competitive employment.

Must be trained in Positive Approaches curriculum.

SALARY:

$19-21 per hour starting rate

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm with flexibility as needed to meet the needs of the program