Community Options
Director Employment Svcs
Community Options, Liverpool, New York, United States, 13090
Community Options, Inc.
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are in search of a
Director Employment Services
based out of
Liverpool, NY . The Director of Employment Services Develops appropriate employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of the employment program both programmatically and fiscally. Working collaboratively with other programs, this person ensures the employment goals for the individuals supported are met.
Salary range is $56,000- $58,000 annually.
Responsibilities
Manage employment programs and partner with stakeholders in compliance with state regulatory bodyDefine contract requirements for vocational and employment activities with appropriate agencies.Manage Contract procurement and disbursements for community - based programsNetwork with business leaders to develop employment, volunteer, and internship opportunitiesProvide training on the methodology used to teach individuals the skills needed for employmentAssist with training individuals to perform on-the-job tasks and work routinesSurvey job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participantsBuild a support network between individuals and community membersAssist with business development, fundraising, and grant development for employment programsEnsure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timelyMaintain a high quality program in accordance with our standards and missionPerform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives and requirementsRecruit and screen candidates and assist with training as necessaryEstablish internships with people with disabilities with potential employersEmployees must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationAdditional Tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferredMinimum three years of experience in related filed or two years as a COI Employment SpecialistACRE Certifies or similar credentials (Preferred)Valid Drivers LicenseComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesKnowledge in the areas of state regulatory bodies and regulationsAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgement and remain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsWorking Conditions
Frequent local travel may be required utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehiclesMay be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management stafffrequent lifting, stretching, other physical exertion may be requiredMay be required to lift or move 25 + poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases.Competitive Benefits:
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement PlanExceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Send resume to: Christi.Buffum@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are in search of a
Director Employment Services
based out of
Liverpool, NY . The Director of Employment Services Develops appropriate employment opportunities geared towards all levels and needs for people with disabilities. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of the employment program both programmatically and fiscally. Working collaboratively with other programs, this person ensures the employment goals for the individuals supported are met.
Salary range is $56,000- $58,000 annually.
Responsibilities
Manage employment programs and partner with stakeholders in compliance with state regulatory bodyDefine contract requirements for vocational and employment activities with appropriate agencies.Manage Contract procurement and disbursements for community - based programsNetwork with business leaders to develop employment, volunteer, and internship opportunitiesProvide training on the methodology used to teach individuals the skills needed for employmentAssist with training individuals to perform on-the-job tasks and work routinesSurvey job openings and facilitate interviews with potential employers and participantsBuild a support network between individuals and community membersAssist with business development, fundraising, and grant development for employment programsEnsure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timelyMaintain a high quality program in accordance with our standards and missionPerform all duties necessary to meet state approved objectives and requirementsRecruit and screen candidates and assist with training as necessaryEstablish internships with people with disabilities with potential employersEmployees must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationAdditional Tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferredMinimum three years of experience in related filed or two years as a COI Employment SpecialistACRE Certifies or similar credentials (Preferred)Valid Drivers LicenseComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesKnowledge in the areas of state regulatory bodies and regulationsAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgement and remain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsWorking Conditions
Frequent local travel may be required utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehiclesMay be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management stafffrequent lifting, stretching, other physical exertion may be requiredMay be required to lift or move 25 + poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases.Competitive Benefits:
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement PlanExceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Send resume to: Christi.Buffum@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V