Employment Specialist, Supported Employment

PeopleInc•Tonawanda, NY

13d•$21 - $29

About The Position

The Employment Specialist is responsible for job development, job site skill training, task analysis, on-going situational assessment as well as on-going advocacy and career development. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish relationships with employers and community partners to develop paid and/or unpaid internships, mentorships, apprenticeships, job clubs, work site visits, job placement or other job exploration modalities. Complete initial required Supported Employment training and ensure completion of annual requirement. This is specific to the Innovation in Employment Supports training and NYS CASE when applicable. Maintain and monitor a standard of weekly service delivery of at least 85% of “worked” hours. Become familiar with participants job prior to the person starting in order to determine the amount of physical dexterity and stamina required. Provides training in all skill areas as specified by job description. Provides on going task specific feedback information to the program participant and business as appropriate. Responsible for long term job related case management and advocacy services. Communicates with family members and businesses on a regular basis or as needed to resolve potential difficulties. Demonstrate teamwork by establishing good working relationships with staff and other professionals; must possess good verbal and written communication skills. Serve as an effective team member by providing coverage when necessary. Schedules support visits as necessary. Submits appropriate documentation utilizing eVero within 72 hours of service delivery. Attends Monthly staff meetings as well as annual Life Plan meetings Maintains a flexible schedule which may include evenings, nights and/or weekends. Use of own vehicle to safely transport self and individuals as needed. Complies with all agency policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associates degree
NYS Driver’s License that meets agency policy.
Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.
Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.
Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by prescribed program/plan.
Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in pieces of equipment.

Responsibilities

Establish relationships with employers and community partners to develop paid and/or unpaid internships, mentorships, apprenticeships, job clubs, work site visits, job placement or other job exploration modalities.
Complete initial required Supported Employment training and ensure completion of annual requirement. This is specific to the Innovation in Employment Supports training and NYS CASE when applicable.
Maintain and monitor a standard of weekly service delivery of at least 85% of “worked” hours.
Become familiar with participants job prior to the person starting in order to determine the amount of physical dexterity and stamina required.
Provides training in all skill areas as specified by job description.
Provides on going task specific feedback information to the program participant and business as appropriate.
Responsible for long term job related case management and advocacy services.
Communicates with family members and businesses on a regular basis or as needed to resolve potential difficulties.
Demonstrate teamwork by establishing good working relationships with staff and other professionals; must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
Serve as an effective team member by providing coverage when necessary.
Schedules support visits as necessary.
Submits appropriate documentation utilizing eVero within 72 hours of service delivery.
Attends Monthly staff meetings as well as annual Life Plan meetings
Maintains a flexible schedule which may include evenings, nights and/or weekends.
Use of own vehicle to safely transport self and individuals as needed.
Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.