EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST- ADULT DAY SERVICES

About the role

Brightway Living & Learning is a non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. We support over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule activities, job development, work schedules and service plans for assigned caseload.
• Employment training services and training/work site supervision in individual and group settings.
• Provide accurate and timely data collection – goal, 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 that includes the 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

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with individuals with ID/DD.
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and guidelines.
• Must have automobile, good driving record and be approved to drive for Brightway.

Qualifications

• Highly empathetic, compassionate, and patient.
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• A good communicator and team player.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Comprehensive Paid Training, Exceptional Benefits, Retirement Security, and Opportunities for Advancement within Brightway.