Employment Specialist, Supported Employment

People•Depew, NY

About The Position

The Employment Specialist is responsible for job development, job-site skill training, task analysis, ongoing situational assessment, advocacy, and career development for program participants. The role builds relationships with employers and community partners to create job exploration and employment opportunities, provides training and feedback, and delivers ongoing job-related case management and advocacy. The position requires a flexible schedule that may include evenings, nights, and/or weekends.

Requirements

Associate degree.
New York State driver’s license that meets agency policy.
Ability to transport people receiving services in a personal vehicle that meets agency requirements; proof of valid vehicle insurance is required.
Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and climbing.
Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by the prescribed program or plan.
Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in equipment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Establish relationships with employers and community partners to develop paid or unpaid internships, mentorships, apprenticeships, job clubs, work-site visits, job placements, and other job-exploration opportunities.
Complete initial required Supported Employment training and annual requirements, including Innovation in Employment Supports training and NYS CASE when applicable.
Maintain and monitor a standard of weekly service delivery of at least 85% of worked hours.
Become familiar with a participant’s job before the participant starts to determine the required physical dexterity and stamina.
Provide training in all skill areas specified by the job description.
Provide ongoing task-specific feedback to the program participant and business, as appropriate.
Provide long-term job-related case management and advocacy services.
Communicate regularly or as needed with family members and businesses to resolve potential difficulties.
Establish good working relationships with staff and other professionals, demonstrate teamwork, provide coverage when necessary, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Schedule support visits as necessary.
Submit appropriate documentation through eVero within 72 hours of service delivery.
Attend monthly staff meetings and annual Life Plan meetings.
Maintain a flexible schedule that may include evenings, nights, and/or weekends.
Comply with agency policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.