Job Coach/Employment Specialist

The Arc Ontario•Town of Canandaigua, NY

5d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Specialist helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain inclusive, competitive employment. The role supports job seekers through coaching, training, job searching, applications, and on-the-job guidance, while collaborating with employers to support lasting employment success. The position involves teaching new skills and providing one-on-one or small-group instruction in varied environments, with the goal of achieving outcomes in each individual's Habilitation Plan. At job sites, the Employment Specialist assists with initial training and setting up assigned work as directed by the site supervisor, monitors progress toward job expectations, and may break tasks down further to help ensure achievable outcomes. The role is based in Canandaigua, New York, and requires flexibility in scheduling to meet agency needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Two years of experience providing employment-related services to individuals with developmental disabilities required.
Valid New York State driver's license.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with disabilities in seeking and maintaining gainful employment, including job searching and completing applications as requested.
Teach skills and provide instruction or guidance through one-on-one or small-group instruction in a variety of environments.
Strive to achieve formal outcomes associated with an individual's Habilitation Plan.
Assist with initial training and setting up assigned work at job sites, as relayed by the site supervisor.
Ensure employees progress toward meeting job expectations.
Suggest further breakdown of tasks when needed to support achievable outcomes.