Pre-Vocational Specialist
About The Position
At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be. This position will include transporting and providing services to persons with a developmental disability to and from pre-vocational activities in the community.
Requirements
- Passion for assisting others to meet vocational goals
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience with I/DD population
- Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of 6 months experience with persons with a developmental disability
- Able to drive for periods of time
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL is a plus
Responsibilities
- Provide pre-vocational services to persons with a developmental disability
- Assist clients to achieve valued outcomes
- Daily documentation of services provided according to OPWDD regulations.
- Provide monthly summary of client progress according to OPWDD regulations
- Record attendance and time in/time out of program
- Ensure health, safety and program compliance
- Provide advocacy, mentorship and vocational support
- Transport clients from/to home and community activities
- Work as part of team of prevocational specialists
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
