Employment Services Professional _ Full time _ Chenango

Achieve • Norwich, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

An Employment Services Professional (ESP) is responsible for providing employment services for individuals with varying disabilities in community-based employment. Employment services are delivered in accordance with person-centered planning approaches and adherence with Medicaid, HCBS Waiver, ACCESS-VR, and other funding regulations/requirements.

Requirements

• Possess strong interpersonal skills including effectively communicating ideas/directions, maintaining professionalism, and being receptive to guidance/direction from supervisor
• Experience interfacing with business community and comfortable in networking situations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective time management and strong organizational skills
• Be computer literate with knowledge in agency operating systems and applicable software required for department needs
• Demonstrate sound judgment in normal work and emergency situations
• Able to work scheduled hours that may include overtime, weekend and/or holiday timeframes and maintain an acceptable work attendance as defined in the agency’s employee policy manual
• Must physically be able to perform required certifications and lift twenty-five (25) pounds
• Bachelor’s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation or related Human Service field - OR - Associates Degree in Business; Liberal Arts or Human Services and two years applicable field experience - OR - A High School Diploma/GED and experience that, in the opinion of the reviewing agency, exceeds the above standards of the program.
• Possess a valid driver’s license acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Provide employment services and supports designed to assist an individual to find and maintain a job in the community; soft skills training, assistance with application processes/interviewing, travel training, on-site job support and coaching, etc.
• Develop, implement and monitor individual employment action plans and collaborate with supervisor related to the same
• Deliver employment supports utilizing strength-based, person-centered approaches
• Provide ongoing employment services and supports to the individual and employer to include on-site job support and coaching, re-training, advocacy, career advancement and linkage to other relevant services
• Communicate with individuals served and vocational counselors in provision of services and coordinate planning meetings as appropriate
• Network with community businesses to identify new partnerships and cultivate existing partnerships to promote inclusive employment environments
• Act as a positive role model to individuals receiving services and maintain a professional presentation in all aspects of the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED