Employment Specialist \n
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Why Join Our Team:\n
The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. \n
Benefits: \n\nGenerous Paid Vacation Time\nSick Time\n10 Paid holidays\nInsurance - Medical, Dental and Vision\nTuition Reimbursement\nPaid Training\nBereavement Leave\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nEmployee Assistance Program\nRetirement Plan with Agency Match\nAnd so much more!\n\n
Work Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm (40 hours)\n
A Day in the Life of an Employment Specialist: \n
As a full-time Employment Specialist, you will positively impact lives by assisting individuals to prepare for, obtain, and maintain competitive, integrated, community-based employment, all while focusing on their person-centered goals.\n\nAssists the individual with vocational assessment and discovery through home and neighborhood observation, benefits planning, interviews with others, observation of task-based activities, file reviews and other relevant means\nIdentifies and recommends work settings using person-centered approach\nFacilitates job readiness classes and other programs as necessary\nWorks with individuals on an ongoing basis to develop the work habits necessary to obtain and retain completive employment \nModels appropriate work behavior\nMaintains up-to-date files and completes all necessary paperwork such as personal profile, case notes, service plans, service documentation, monthly summaries, etc. \nAssist employers by providing training techniques and strategies to mitigate the individuals barriers to employment \n\n
Who We Are Looking For: \n
Master's Degree with one year of experience in employment services OR Bachelor's Degree with three years of experience in employment services\n
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered\n
Must possess a current, valid New York State Driver's License that meets Agency Driver standards.