Employment Specialist

Community Options New York•New York, NY

2d•$20

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are Now Hiring a Full-time Employment Specialist in Staten Island, NY to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment. The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement. This position requires travel to Manhattan, NY (50%). This role will begin as a part-time position with the anticipated goal of transition to full-time status as service demand and program growth allow.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment.
Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites.
Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
Accurately complete all documentation.
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation