Employment Specialist

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence • Canton, NY

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provide intensive coaching services by assisting the person we support including developing his/her Service Plan. Provide Placement Services, which include Screening and Assessment, Career Exploration, Work Readiness, Job Development, Situational Assessment and on-site training.

Requirements

• Associates Degree preferred and at least one year experience working with people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• New York State valid/ acceptable Driver’s License.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Communication
• Professionalism

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with employers for placement opportunities.
• Utilize hands-on techniques to work with employees on work sites.
• Ensure the person we support is able to complete the job components in a satisfactory manner.
• Interact with the Coordinator of Career Solutions to ensure individual plans are developed and implemented to address the needs of the people we support.
• Participate in meetings regarding people we support as requested by Coordinator of Career Solutions.
• Adhere to the Career Solutions Guidelines for interacting with the employers and employees.
• Work with person’s employer during placement and training to ensure a smooth transition to the worksites.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required in-services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree