Community Employment Specialist II

The Arc Rockland • Valley Cottage, NY

5d

About The Position

The Community Employment Specialist II position is responsible for coordinating, planning, scheduling, and implementing programs for their assigned employment caseload. Provides direct supports to people enrolled in a variety of employment programs based on their interests and desires. This person ensures delivery of Community Based Prevocational, Supported Employment (SEMP), ETP, ACCES-VR and other OPWDD employment programs. Performs vocational assessments, compiles reports, conducts person-centered employment planning, job-related discovery, job development, analysis, customization, and placement. This person must have the ability to work independently, problem solve on the spot, and think critically without on-site supervision. Implements a variety of training techniques, interventions and teaching procedures aimed at providing employment opportunities to people receiving supports. Responsible for the safety of each person and provides training to facilitate inclusion into community employment related settings. Ensures delivery of Community Based Prevocational, Supported Employment (SEMP), ETP, ACCES-VR and other OPWDD employment programs. Documents and verifies detailed daily data collection, monthly notes and other required documentation as outlined by regulatory bodies. May be required to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Human Services field.
• One year of experience relevant to assigned location.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve on the spot, and think critically without on-site supervision.

Nice To Haves

• At the discretion of the Employer, four years of experience working in a direct support position within this agency or an Associate’s Degree with two years of experience working in a direct support position within this agency, along with demonstrated competencies in completion of the required duties, may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating, planning, scheduling, and implementing programs for their assigned employment caseload.
• Providing direct supports to people enrolled in a variety of employment programs based on their interests and desires.
• Ensuring delivery of Community Based Prevocational, Supported Employment (SEMP), ETP, ACCES-VR and other OPWDD employment programs.
• Performing vocational assessments, compiling reports, conducting person-centered employment planning, job-related discovery, job development, analysis, customization, and placement.
• Implementing a variety of training techniques, interventions and teaching procedures aimed at providing employment opportunities to people receiving supports.
• Ensuring the safety of each person and providing training to facilitate inclusion into community employment related settings.
• Documenting and verifying detailed daily data collection, monthly notes and other required documentation as outlined by regulatory bodies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level