Human Services Associate

GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT•Bridgeport, CT

About The Position

Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking determined individuals with a great passion for helping others. Those with experience in Human Services or those seeking a career change are encouraged to apply for this rewarding position! As a Human Services Associate, you would be assisting program participants with disabilities at their place of employment by helping them maintain their jobs and become more independent in the workplace. What Goodwill can offer you: Opportunities for career advancement A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid) These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week) Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours) 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match 50% Employee Discount $50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members) $200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill)

Requirements

Experience in the human services or related field strongly desired.
A high school diploma preferred.
Satisfactory driving record, current driver's license, and daily access to a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle for frequent in-state driving.
First Aid and CPR are required (Goodwill can provide training after hire).
Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

Provide coaching, training, and support to participants to promote independence at their work sites.
Observe and report participants’ ability to engage in competitive employment and identify needs for accommodations.
Complete required documentation expected of Human Services Associate within the case management database system.
Provide transportation for participants to and from work sites as needed.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement
A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)
These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment
Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)
Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement
Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours)
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match
50% Employee Discount
$50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members)
$200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill)