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Community Options

Senior Employment Specialist

Community Options, East Syracuse, New York, United States, 13057


Community Options, Inc.

is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are seeking an

Senior

Employment Specialist

in

Syracuse, NY.

The Employment Specialist is responsible for training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the critical skills needed to gain and maintain successful employment.

Starting pay is $20.00/hour

We are offering a $500 sign on bonus after completed 90 days of satisfactory employment!

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 basisEmployees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry orinvestigationAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; bachelor's degree preferredValid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum two 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 skillsWhy Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous PTOEmployee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement PlanIncredible career growth opportunities

Send resume to: Maggie.Mcnamara@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V