EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST- ADULT DAY SERVICES

About Brightway Living & Learning

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule activities, job development, work schedules, and service plans for assigned caseload.
• Provide employment training services and training/work site supervision in individual and group settings.
• Conduct accurate and timely data collection – including goals, protocols, outings, behavioral data, progress notes, trip logs, and case files for assigned individuals.
• Develop vocational training sites, assist with job development and prevailing wage assessments.
• Work with employers, consumers, and families/collaterals to develop appropriate vocational-related programming for individuals.
• Develop task analyses and training programs, including transition to other intensive or extended vocational services.
• Complete all required trainings/certifications, participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required.
• Participate in team meetings as scheduled and staff meetings.
• Obtain AMAP certification and administer medications under the supervision of assigned nursing staff if required.
• Complete incident reports as per 624 Regulations and SCIP-R reports as necessary.
• Provide accurate implementation of Emergency Procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all OPWDD and DDI policy and procedures as they pertain to individuals supported, and documentation of such.
• Provide protective oversight and advocacy.
• Ensure that vehicles are clean and problems are written down and addressed through the Program Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD).
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and guidelines.
• Must have an automobile, a good driving record, and be approved to drive for Brightway.

Skills

• Empathetic, compassionate, and patient.
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

• Comprehensive paid training.
• Exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement security with a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities within Brightway.
• Generous paid time off and other valuable benefits.

Pay

$22.00-$24.20/hour

Schedule

Part Time