Employment Services Coordinator - IDD (Full Time)

Responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate, and provide direct support to employment specialists
• Responsible for contract disbursements for community-based programs
• Coordinate contract requirements relative to vocational and employment activities with the appropriate agencies
• Participate and assist in the continued development of the organization’s Business Advisory Council (COBAC)
• Sell and market job placements to employers in order to match a person’s skills with the job
• Make decisions to ensure consistent service delivery which connects work, home, social, and recreational, and personal needs
• Teach the consumer independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
• Aid consumers in reinforcing essential skills or teaching new skills appropriate to conducting a successful job interview and completing a job application
• Attend conferences, seminars, and training relevant to the position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; or high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum three years’ experience in related field, or minimum of one year as an employment specialist
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with a person receiving supports
• Ability to analyze a job and break it into manageable components
• State trainings as required
• Crisis management skills

Qualifications

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of assistive technology and personal assistance
• Experience in job task analysis and placement services

Benefits

• Competitive insurance benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Pay

Starting pay is $80,000 /per year

Schedule

Based out of Manhattan, with responsibilities in Brooklyn and Queens regions.