Senior Employment Specialist

7 days ago


Syracuse, 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 seeking an Senior Employment Specialist in Syracuse, NY. The Employment Specialist is responsible for training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the critical skills needed to gain and maintain successful employment.

Starting pay is $20.00/hour

We are offering a $500 sign on bonus after completed 90 days of satisfactory employment

Responsibilities

  • Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employers
  • Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
  • Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignments
  • Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers
  • Build a support network between individuals and community members
  • Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and management
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Report program status updates on a regular basis
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry orinvestigation
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Minimum two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
  • Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
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 resume to: Maggie.Mcnamara@comop.org

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

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