Community Employment Specialist

ACHIEVA SUPPORT•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Achieva is seeking a passionate person to help people with disabilities find competitive integrated employment and lead a life of personal significance. The Community Employment Specialist connects people with disabilities with community-based, competitive employment. Working in the community, this person assesses skills, builds job seeker competencies, establishes relationships with businesses, and gives individuals the tools and support needed to be successful.

Requirements

High school diploma and one year of related experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with disabilities working in the community and the ability to train people with disabilities on a one-to-one basis using a variety of techniques.
Ability to communicate an understanding of the needs of the business community and an understanding of job performance assessment.
Position requires flexibility in the work schedule.
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
Properly insured vehicle available for daily use.
Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearances are required.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who have experience working with people with disabilities, employment support, recruitment, or advocacy would be a great fit.

Responsibilities

Assist job seekers with disabilities secure competitive integrated employment through job finding or job development.
Facilitate work assessments or job trials to evaluate a job seeker's interests and abilities.
Provide job shadowing opportunities for job seekers to explore employment options.
Help people discover job opportunities.
Provide job coaching and support.
Promote sustainable competitive-integrated employment by building and maintaining strong relationships with employers.
Promote the inclusion of Achieva's employment supports and services to employers.