Employment Specialist

4 weeks ago

Waterbury, United States New Opportunities Full time
Part-Time, Non-Union, Non-Exempt Position

$20.00 per hour

BASIC FUNCTION OF EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:

To provide job search assistance services to individuals with disabilities. Includes facilitation of training and developing relationships with local employers for job placement opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:
  • Develop and adhere to identified C-CARES plans and relate them to employment opportunities
  • Implement plan designed by C-CARES Director for structured work sites for the purpose of work exploratory and evaluation, provide on site job coaching, and permanent employment options for consumer
  • Engage in consumer activities which are identified through official CRP (Community Rehabilitation Provider) referral form from C-CARES Director
  • Facilitate individual or small group workshops regarding job search, resume preparation, interviewing techniques or areas as prescribed by contract with funding source and/or C-CARES Director.
  • Develop working relationships with employers to foster job coaching and working evaluation
  • Monitor consumer independent structured job search on a bi-weekly basis
  • Maintain relationships with local Community College, Adult Education, and Chamber of Commerce to provide quality on the job training and employment opportunities
  • Maintain job search/placement records in agency software system
  • Prepare reports and conducts other coordinator related services as required
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements

REQUIREMENTS OF EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:

Education:

AS in Human Services/Special Education or related field, BA preferred. May consider similar combination of education and work experience.

Experience:

2 - 4 years experience working with adults with physical/developmental disabilities. Case management experience preferred. Must also have access to a privately maintained and properly insured vehicle, and be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends as needed.

Job Skills:
  • Knowledge of employment resources
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Must enjoy working with people and have high level interpersonal skills
  • Critical and creative thinking skills
  • Customer service, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to engage employment partners
  • Recordkeeping and computer skills
  • Ability to work with diverse populations


EOE AA M/F/Vets/Disability

Salary Description

$20.00 per hour

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