Employment Specialist

LumibilityWestbrook, CT
5d$21

About The Position

The Employment Specialist will work with individuals with disabilities in securing meaningful employment and providing and/or arranging the necessary job supports to ensure success.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred. High school diploma required
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience providing employment and/or transition supports to people with differing abilities.
  • Must be able to provide support and services utilizing community based resources.
  • Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license, have an acceptable driving history and be able to utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility’s policy.
  • Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

  • Skill in supervising and training, planning and organizing, problem solving
  • Effectively write and communicate in a courteous and professional manner
  • Attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities, problem-solve effectively, maintain confidentiality, use adaptive and other equipment
  • Ability to read and understand budgets and financial information, work successfully independently and in a team environment, and work flexible hours in varying locations as needed

Responsibilities

  • Meet employment needs of assigned caseload, including: career exploration, job placement, career counseling, on and offsite coaching/support, and advocacy.
  • Assist and advise individuals with career development, including but not limited to: resume writing, interview preparation, and best career practices.
  • Train, support and monitor individuals at employment sites.
  • Transport and/or assist in securing appropriate transportation for individuals to secure employment.
  • Ensure each individual has a current and comprehensive electronic data base for all employment related information: assessments, work history, resume, job applications, interviews, positions, and employers.
  • Work in varying locations as needed, this is a community-based position.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • HSA
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary Life/AD&D
  • Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • 401K with up to 5% matching contribution
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