Community Options
Supported Employment Specialist
Community Options, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Community Options, Inc.
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking an
Employment Specialist
in
Dallas, TX.
The Employment Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community- based employment setting to supervise and train people with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to perform specific job tasks, work routine, and personal life activities critical to employment success. Using the least intrusive methods possible on the job, their objective is to gradually reduce the time spent at the job site, as the individual becomes better adjusted and more independent.
Starting pay is $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Responsibilities
Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employersTeach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistanceWork with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignmentsIdentify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkersBuild a support network between individuals and community membersCommunicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and managementEnsure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timelyReport program status updates on a regular basisCooperate with audits, inspections, and investigationsAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GEDBachelor’s Degree preferredValid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesAbility to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsWorking Conditions
Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hoursMay be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staffFrequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be requiredMay be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehiclesMay be required to lift or move 25+ poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseasesOvertime may be required as necessary.What We Offer:
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays - Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement Plan with Employer MatchExceptional Career Growth Opportunities
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our office!
Phone Number: 972-503-3901
If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Resumes-DA@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 seeking an
Employment Specialist
in
Dallas, TX.
The Employment Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community- based employment setting to supervise and train people with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to perform specific job tasks, work routine, and personal life activities critical to employment success. Using the least intrusive methods possible on the job, their objective is to gradually reduce the time spent at the job site, as the individual becomes better adjusted and more independent.
Starting pay is $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Responsibilities
Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employersTeach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistanceWork with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignmentsIdentify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkersBuild a support network between individuals and community membersCommunicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and managementEnsure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timelyReport program status updates on a regular basisCooperate with audits, inspections, and investigationsAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GEDBachelor’s Degree preferredValid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesAbility to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsWorking Conditions
Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hoursMay be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staffFrequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be requiredMay be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehiclesMay be required to lift or move 25+ poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseasesOvertime may be required as necessary.What We Offer:
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays - Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement Plan with Employer MatchExceptional Career Growth Opportunities
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our office!
Phone Number: 972-503-3901
If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Resumes-DA@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V