About the Role
LAUNCH is seeking a motivated, organized, and people-focused ACCES-VR Employment Manager to lead employment services while remaining connected to the individuals supported. This role offers a blend of program leadership, staff management, compliance, and hands-on employment support, providing strategic direction and direct job coaching.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of employment services policies and procedures.
- Ensure individualized employment goals and plans are implemented, monitored, and documented effectively.
- Coordinate and lead program intake meetings for new participants.
- Conduct and document routine internal audits to support quality, compliance, and program effectiveness.
- Monitor monthly program income and expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility and accuracy.
- Manage the full employee lifecycle for employment services staff, including onboarding, training, supervision, and ongoing support.
- Provide hands-on job coaching and employment support, including occasional evening and weekend hours based on participant needs.
- Collaborate with staff, participants, employers, and community partners to support successful employment outcomes.
- Help create a positive, supportive team culture focused on participant success and independence.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related human services, human resources, or similar field and at least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in job placement services; or at least four years of experience providing job placement services.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation necessary to meet program needs.
- Previous supervisory or managerial experience.
- Experience with ACCES-VR, employment services, job coaching, or vocational rehabilitation.
Skills
- Strong active listening and communication skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Comfort using technology and electronic documentation systems.
- Strong reading comprehension and documentation skills.
- A commitment to person-centered services and helping individuals achieve greater independence.
Location
- 441 Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse, NY
Work Type
- Full-Time
- 40 hours/week
Experience Level
- At least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in job placement services (with Bachelor's degree)
- At least four years of experience providing job placement services
- Previous supervisory or managerial experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree in a related human services, human resources, or similar field
Salary/Compensations
- $24.00 – $25.00/hour, plus an additional $1.00/hour for evening and weekend hours
About the Company
- For more than 40 years, LAUNCH CNY has been empowering individuals with diverse abilities to learn, grow, and build greater independence throughout Onondaga County.
- We believe every person has unique strengths, goals, and learning styles—and our services are designed to meet people where they are and help them reach their full potential.
- Join a team that makes a meaningful difference every day by helping individuals build skills, pursue employment, and become more connected and independent in their communities.
