Employment Specialist (OPWDD/PREVOC)
Community Options New York•Liverpool, NY
•$18 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
Community Options, Inc., a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states, is hiring a full-time Employment Specialist in Syracuse, New York. The role coaches people with developmental disabilities and prepares them for employment by developing essential job skills and assisting with job placement. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour for candidates without a bachelor's degree and $20.00 per hour for candidates with a bachelor's degree.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of full-time work experience supporting people with disabilities.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks.
Responsibilities
- Assist people with disabilities in obtaining competitive employment.
- Coach people with disabilities in developing independent job skills.
- Work side-by-side with people with disabilities at job sites.
- Reinforce essential skills or teach new skills, including developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
- Complete documentation accurately.
- Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
- Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employee incentive and discount programs.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Career growth opportunities.
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
