Employment Services Professional

ACHIEVE NY•City of Binghamton, NY

just now•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

An Employment Services Professional 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

Bachelor’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation or a related Human Services field required; OR Associate’s degree in Business, Liberal Arts, or Human Services with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant field experience; OR High School Diploma/GED with a combination of education and experience that, in the judgment of the agency, meets or exceeds the above qualifications
Valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier required

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