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About the Role

Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Employment Specialist will assist participants with obtaining and maintaining employment in their community. This position will develop and maintain positive, professional partnerships with local businesses to promote employment opportunities for program participants. The role provides classroom education, community-based work experiences and evaluations, and job coaching supports.

Responsibilities

Establish respect and develop relationships with individuals using a person-centered approach.
Assist participants with job-readiness skills such as resume building, problem-solving, effective communication, and interviewing skills.
Train participants in soft skills such as work ethic, personal grooming and hygiene, and response to supervision.
Assist participants with arranging and obtaining appropriate transportation, including traveling training when appropriate.
Provide retention services that provide ongoing work supports, goal planning, treatment team interaction and the establishment and cultivation of natural supports at the work site.
Network with local employers & businesses to increase opportunities for employment.
Establish and maintain both verbal and written collaboration with OPWDD.
Maintain OPWDD and agency training requirements.
Maintain necessary records and documentation for each consumer served.
Maintain confidentiality of all work/client related information.
Act in a manner consistent with Central New York Quest’s Mission.
Meet with the Director of Programs or other appointed person for supervision at least once per month.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to provide detailed and timely documentation.
Attendance at team meetings, community meetings, and trainings is required.
Ability to establish and maintain a work environment that creates positive communication between supervisors, employees and partners in the community.
An Associates Degree in a related field is required.
At least two years of experience providing vocational and employment services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
A valid NYS Driver’s license.
Intermediate computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams.
As required by OPWDD, a criminal history background check and abuse history check.

Skills

Resume building
Problem-solving
Effective communication
Interviewing skills
Soft skills training
Work ethic
Personal grooming and hygiene
Response to supervision
Transportation arrangement
Job coaching
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Teams

Location

Utica, NY 13502

Work Type

Full-Time
Part-Time

Experience Level

At least two years of experience

Education Level

High School
Associates Degree in a related field
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or Vocational Services (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

About the Company

Central New York Quest’s Mission