JOB DEVELOPER

Community Mainstreaming Associates•Westbury, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Job Developer, you will establish and maintain activities to develop and locate internship and competitive employment opportunities in integrated work settings for program participants. You will collaborate with employers to create inclusive environments and assist participants in preparing for and securing meaningful employment. This role is crucial in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) find pathways to meaningful employment and live fulfilling, independent lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
A valid and clean New York State driver’s license is required.
2-3 years of experience working with IDD
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Great computer skills. Familiarity with Microsoft office is a plus
Self-starter, flexible and adaptable
Must possess and maintain a personal cell phone for work-related communication; this is a condition of employment.
Use of personal vehicle required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Microsoft office

Responsibilities

Assess participant readiness for employment by evaluating skills and interests, using discovery activities and assessments.
Develop strong community connections by establishing relationships with employers, public agencies, and organizations to create job opportunities.
Generate job leads through outreach, responding to job ads, and actively seeking roles suited to participants’ goals.
Support and coach participants on the job by maintaining contact with employers, providing ongoing support, and troubleshooting any challenges.
Serve as advocate and liaison between potential employers, program participants and other support available.
Track and report on participant progress, job outcomes, and employer feedback.
Advise and assist participants with job search techniques including interviews strategies, resume writing, completion of job applications and networking.

Benefits

Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
Dental Benefits: Employer-paid.
Vision Plan
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Pet Insurance
Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
Legal Services
403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%.
Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary.
Tuition Assistance
Section 125 Flexible Spending Program
Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours.
Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year.
9 paid holidays.
Opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.