Employment Manager- ACCES-VR

3 weeks ago

Queens Village, New York, United States Community Options Full time

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time Employment Manager in New York, NY to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Employment Manager develops appropriate employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the employment program both programmatically and fiscally, ensuring financial goals are met. This position will work collaboratively with other programs, and ensure the employment goals for the individuals supported are met.

Starting pay is $24.00/hour

Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate community-based vocational and employment programs
  • Supervise, evaluate, and provide direct support to employment specialists
  • Oversee the development of employment and volunteer opportunities for persons with disabilities
  • Coordinate entrepreneurial business ventures involving persons with disabilities
  • Responsible for contract disbursements for community-based programs
  • Assist with contract procurement as required
  • Network with business leaders in the community to increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities
  • Coordinate contract requirements relative to vocational and employment activities with the appropriate agencies
  • Assist with grant development for vocational and employment programs
  • Participate and assist in the continued development of the Company's Business Advisory Council (COBAC)
  • Maintain and follow all regulations with regards to wage and hour and other regulatory agencies
  • Recruit and screen candidates, and assist with training as necessary
  • Establish a method of job placement that includes a survey of potential job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participants
  • Establish internships for people with disabilities with potential employers
  • Generate a mentoring program for participants through members of the business advisory council
  • Perform all duties necessary, in compliance with state approved objectives for Home and Community-Based Services (HCS)
  • Report program status to the Executive Director on a regular basis
  • Attend conferences, seminars, and training as needed
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Minimum Requirements
  • BA or BS in related field with one-year experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting; or high school diploma or equivalent with three years' experience working with people with disabilities in an integrated employment setting
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to patiently impart knowledge to others
  • Ability to aid in the training of people with disabilities on the required curriculum
  • Ability to effectively work under pressure, meet deadlines, and provide multiple supports to multiple participants
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees, and the general public, demonstrating sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the Company's public image
  • Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Working Conditions
  • While performing the duties of the job, employee travels by automobile, and is exposed to
    changing weather conditions
  • Transports participants in own vehicle
Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities
Send Resumes to: Resumes-ST@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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