Employment & Training Specialist 2 - ASL

VIABILITY, INC•Worcester, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Specialist will help individuals on a path to life success, by helping identifying resources and support services within the community. You will develop and service employment relationships between clients and community employers, providing access to an array of employment, job training, and educational opportunities. You will assist individuals through resume writing, the application process, interview preparedness, and supports on the job. The Employment Specialist promotes self-sufficiency and independence through various adaptability, communication, and problem-solving skill building activities. Additional duties include vocational guidance, job development, job placement, employer education, and customer relations.

Requirements

High School/GED and 1 year of experience required, or an Associate's degree with 1 year of experience preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and a reliable vehicle.
Fluency in American Sign Language is required.
Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email, and internet essential.
Must have a willingness to network and showcase relationship building skills.
Must have a valid driver's license, 3 years driving experience, good driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants in personal vehicle.
Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers, offices, and community organizations.
Must be willing to travel regularly.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree with 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and service employment relationships between clients and community employers.
Provide access to an array of employment, job training, and educational opportunities.
Assist individuals through resume writing, the application process, interview preparedness, and supports on the job.
Promote self-sufficiency and independence through various adaptability, communication, and problem-solving skill building activities.
Vocational guidance.
Job development.
Job placement.
Employer education.
Customer relations.

Benefits

$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successfully completion of first 90 days)
$20 bi-weekly stipend for second language
Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans.
Dependent care flexible spending account.
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account.
Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch.
Company paid Long-term Disability insurance.
Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only)
Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment.
Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement.
Generous paid time off.
11 Paid Holidays a year.
Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform.
Referral Incentive bonus.
Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges.
Work-life balance.
Mileage reimbursement eligible.