Employment Specialist

Community Options, Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency that provides services to individuals with disabilities across 12 states. The agency is currently hiring a Full-time Employment Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves coaching persons with developmental disabilities to prepare them for employment, developing essential job skills, and assisting with job placement.

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.