Employment Specialist - Full Time Opportunity Available!

Arc of Onondaga • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

Arc of Onondaga is seeking an Employment Specialist to provide individualized job coaching and career support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports individuals in building independence, developing workplace skills, finding meaningful employment, and succeeding in their careers and everyday lives.

The Employment Specialist encourages skill development and workplace inclusion, collaborates with local employers to support job placements and long-term job retention, and assists individuals with career exploration, planning, and goal-setting. Arc of Onondaga is committed to equal employment opportunity and recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to protected characteristics or status.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Human Services or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized job coaching and support to individuals receiving employment services.
• Encourage skill development, independence, and workplace inclusion.
• Collaborate with local employers to support successful job placements and long-term job retention.
• Assist individuals with career exploration, planning, and goal-setting.
• Help individuals develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the workplace.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per year, vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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