Employment Support Professional

Northeast Kingdom Human Services • Saint Johnsbury, VT

126d • $19 - $23

About The Position

Ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD)? Join our team as an Employment Support Professional (ESP). In this role, you'll provide personalized job support, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals while helping them develop skills for competitive employment. Your guidance will empower them to work independently, fostering their growth and success in the workplace. If you're passionate about making a difference, apply now and be part of a team dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving their goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals who have an intellectual/development disability preferred.
• Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Transports consumers to and from work.
• Develop a rapport with individuals to cultivate a safe and supportive working relationship.
• Assists individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional issues, provide skill building techniques, and develop and enhance supports to enable the consumer to decrease their dependency on agency services as much as possible.
• Assist and support individuals to develop natural supports at the work sites.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and provide transportation to and from distances as required in a reliable, safe, inspected and registered vehicle, in accordance with agency policies.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay! $19.50 - $23.84 per hour and Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition & continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program
• Low-cost Health and Dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays
• Short-/long-term disability coverages
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED