Employment Specialist
Warren, Washington & Albany ARC (WWAARC) a chapter of The Arc New York · NY, US
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About the Role
The Employment Specialist will provide services through OPWDD and our ACCES-VR contract by offering assessments and job coaching to individuals seeking and maintaining employment. You will assist clients with resume development, job searches, interview preparation, and provide onsite coaching for successful community employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide services through OPWDD and ACCES-VR contract.
- Conduct various assessments.
- Provide job coaching services to individuals seeking employment.
- Assist individuals in maintaining their employment.
- Help clients develop a resume.
- Conduct job searches.
- Prepare clients for interviews.
- Provide onsite job coaching to support successful employment in the community.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- Possess a valid driver's license meeting WWAARC insurability standards.
- Secure and maintain all required certifications and training (e.g., 1st Aid & CPR, Decision Driving).
- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Must have a personal vehicle for providing services.
- A completed WWAARC application is required for application/transfer.
Skills
- Microsoft Office
Location
- Queensbury, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- 35-hour
Experience Level
- 1-year experience working with people with intellectual and other development disabilities (preferred with Master's or Bachelor's degree in human services/business or related field)
- Combination of education and 2 years of experience equivalent to the preferred standards (at agency's discretion)
Education Level
- Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in human services/business or related field (preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $21.00 per hour + longevity
- $0.50/hour longevity increase after 1 year of service
Benefits
- A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
- Extensive paid training.
- A variety of employee discounts.
- Generous paid time off & sick time.
- Group health & dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plans.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
About the Company
- WWAARC's Supported Employment Program (SEMP) provides services to individuals seeking and maintaining employment.
Equal Opportunity
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law.
- WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.