Intensive Employment Specialist - Full Time - Flexible

Dayforce • Olean, NY

8d • $21 - $23

About The Position

The Intensive Employment Specialist supports adults and youth with disabilities in employment programs under the ACCES VR contract and OPWDD services. Using a person-centered approach, the specialist helps individuals prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment. The role contributes to a positive and productive team environment and requires schedule flexibility to meet program needs. It also involves community outreach and developing collaborative relationships with local businesses, schools, and outside agencies, including ACCES-VR and OPWDD, to expand community partnership opportunities.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Human Services or a related field.
• Two years of experience working with adults and/or youth with various disabilities.
• Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and dependable transportation.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and professional demeanor in the community.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to sites for community-based work experiences or employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and by telephone.
• Ability to design and coordinate group vocational and work-readiness activities for youth and/or adults.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and enforce regulations governing vocational services.
• Ability to learn and use online and virtual training formats for group activities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field.
• Experience providing vocational support to individuals with disabilities.
• Applicants with an associate or bachelor’s degree may provide documentation of training, certifications, and education demonstrating knowledge in the field.

Responsibilities

• Help adults and youth with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment using a person-centered approach.
• Contribute to a positive and productive team environment and work a flexible schedule to meet programmatic needs.
• Conduct community outreach and develop collaborative relationships with local businesses, schools, ACCES-VR, OPWDD, and other outside agencies.
• Travel to community sites for work experiences or employment.
• Design and coordinate group vocational and work-readiness activities for youth and/or adults.
• Understand, communicate, and enforce regulations governing vocational services.
• Learn and use online and virtual training formats for group activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree