Employment Specialist

Starting Non-Exempt Annual Salary: $37,856 ($20.80 an hour)

 35 Hour Work Week

Benefits:

• PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays.
• Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available.
• Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
• 401K with up to 10% employer investment.
• Heavily subsidized Health Insurance with co-pays. 
• Vision and Dental insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care.
• Monthly contribution towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs)
• Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock)
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims. 
• Employees may be eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to have student loans forgiven.
• Free covered parking.  
• Additional benefits available.   

Job Duties:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Assist participants with job-readiness skills and job development including resume-building, communication, interviewing skills, and the employment application process.
• Discover the participant’s skill set to ensure appropriate job matches.
• Network with local employers to increase opportunities for participants.
• Provide participants with on-the-job training including interaction with supervisors and co-workers.
• Provide ongoing advocacy and support to ensure long-term job retention and to facilitate career growth.
• Provide accurate, detailed, and timely documentation of supports.
• Attend meetings, participate in community meetings and training as applicable. 

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; college degree preferred. Related experience may be considered in lieu of higher education. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of or experience working with ADA, ACCES-VR, OPWDD, OMH and the employment market preferred.
• Experience in customer service and working with people with disabilities. 
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license.  

Travel Required: Yes

Location: Utica, NY

RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.

RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.