Employment Specialist for Adults with Disabilities
1 week ago
SARAH Inc. is a person-centered agency serving all individuals with intellectual and/or developmental delays. We provide in-home, day support, transitional, and employment services to adults ages 21 and older, and have been a leading provider of human services throughout various towns in Connecticut since 1957. For an in-depth understanding of our services please visit our website at www.sarah-inc.org
The Employment Specialist is responsible for assisting individuals in securing meaningful employment and providing and/or arranging the necessary job supports to ensure success.
Pay Rate: Starting at $19.50/hour (with potential for starting higher depending on experience/education)
Hours : M-F, 40 hours per week between 8am-6pm
Essential Functions (not limited to):
Meet employment needs of assigned caseload, including: career exploration, job placement, career counseling, on and offsite coaching/support, and advocacy. Assist and advise individuals with career development, including but not limited to: resume writing, interview preparation, and best career practices. Train, support and monitor individuals at employment sites. Transport and/or assist in securing appropriate transportation for individuals to secure employment. Ensure each individual has a current and comprehensive electronic data base for all employment related information: assessments, work history, resume, job applications, interviews, positions, and employers. Work in varying locations as needed, this is a community-based position. Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred. High school diploma required Minimum of 2 years of experience providing employment and/or transition supports to people with differing abilities. Must be able to provide support and services utilizing community based resources. Must be over 21 and possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license, have an acceptable driving history and be able to utilize your own vehicle for SARAH business as defined by SARAH Inc.’s policy.Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Skill in supervising and training, planning and organizing, problem solving Effectively write and communicate in a courteous and professional manner Attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities, problem-solve effectively, maintain confidentiality, use adaptive and other equipment Ability to read and understand budgets and financial information, work successfully independently and in a team environment, and work flexible hours in varying locations as neededRequired Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.
Benefits:
SARAH Inc. offers a competitive benefits program including: Medical; HSA; Dental; Vision; Voluntary Life/AD&D; Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability; 401K with up to 4% matching contribution.
SARAH Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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