Employment Specialist (Part-Time)
Community Options, Inc.•Ralpho Township, PA
•$18
About The Position
Community Options, Inc., a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states, is hiring a part-time Employment Specialist in Northumberland, Pennsylvania. The role coaches people with developmental disabilities and prepares them for employment by developing essential job skills and assisting with job placement. Starting pay is $18.10 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of full-time work experience supporting people with disabilities.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks is a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide the assistance needed to help people with disabilities obtain competitive employment.
- Coach people with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
- Work side-by-side with people with disabilities at job sites.
- Reinforce essential skills or teach new skills, including resume development, job interviewing, and completing job applications.
- Complete all documentation accurately.
- Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
- Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employee incentive and discount programs.
- 403b retirement plan.
- Career growth opportunities.
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
