Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Employment Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting individuals with developmental disabilities in finding and maintaining employment opportunities. If you have a passion for helping others achieve their career goals, we want to hear from you.Duties:1. Assist people to find jobs that are interesting and meaningful to them and at the skill level they desire; and successfully retain employment.2. Provide job development, placement, coaching and other related supported employment services to people with diverse disabilities using a person centered approach.3. Provides people with: education and support in exploring and accessing community employment, assistive technology and equipment, accessibility accommodations, communication/interpersonal skills and socialization with coworkers, transportation, benefits advisement, health and wellness, safety skills and vocational adjustment. Including information referrals to other programs/services, as needed.4. Develop and cultivate long term relationships with area employers and creatively work together to create opportunities for successful employment for people supported. Includes presentations, and education on the benefits of hiring people with disabilities. Use extensive networking to identify potential job leads.5. Assist individuals in understanding how employment, education and training may affect the range of benefits available and allow them to make informed decisions, as needed.6. Work with individuals to improve their ability to communicate so that they can achieve and sustain their employment and/or educational goals.7. Maintain regular contact with a person’s employers, supervisors and co-workers to build appropriate relations for successful employment. Provides follow up services to employers and people receiving services, on a short-term intensive and long-term follow up.8. Complete required documentation according to guidelines and regulations. This includes but is not limited to, daily documentation, monthly summaries and information specific to each funding source addressing a person’s progress toward employment goals.9. Manage and track daily service delivery hours to maximize supports to people and agency billing10. Adhere to the professional training requirements as set forth by OPWDD and ACCES-VR annually11. Communicates regularly with the person’s team, including their Care Manager and/or Vocation Rehabilitation Counselor, if applicable; attend Life Plan meetings regularly for people on their caseload.12. Become well versed with the specific regulatory requirements associated with Community Based Prevocational, SEMP, ETP, ACCES-VR and other employment programs.13. Continuously works with the SEMP Coordinator to uphold ethical standards, and program/agency policies and procedures.14. Extensive travel in our service area of Broome, Tioga and Chenango Counties. Transports people in personal vehicle, as needed.15. Work a flexible schedule based on program and caseload needs; including nights and weekends and holidays16. Attend all mandatory agency/departmental trainings, meetings, and advocacy groups.17. Submit required reports and statistical data as required, in a comprehensive and timely manner.Skills:1. A high school diploma or GED; a varied and successful work history in competitive employment settings; knowledge of employer expectations of performance and employee behaviors; and, a minimum of two years’ experience in providing employment-related services to persons who have a disabling condition and knowledge of the local job market; or a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field with experience working with people with disabilities.2. Ability to multi-task, plan and prioritize work tasks, and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.4. Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.5. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.6. Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle7. Strong commitment to the integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals seeking employment support. If you possess the required skills and are passionate about helping others achieve their career aspirations, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.Job Type: Part-timePay: $17.50 per hourExpected hours: 20 per weekBenefits: 403(b) Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Loan forgiveness Paid time offSchedule: 4 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as neededLicense/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred)Ability to Relocate: Binghamton, NY 13904: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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