Employment Specialist

About the role

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position with primary hours between 8am-5:00pm. Some assignments may be along the shoreline in Middlesex County. Some flexibility is required to accommodate the work schedules of the individuals we support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct work evaluations and develop career goals with individuals, encouraging team collaboration and input.
• Identify and create job, internship, and volunteer opportunities to build skills and support competitive employment.
• Use structured teaching methods to train individuals on job tasks and workplace expectations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with employers; regularly monitor and communicate about job performance.
• Document daily notes, track progress, and write reports; implement goals from ISPs and IEPs into daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, maintain confidential records, and follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Provide transportation to program participants around the local community.
• Train participants to utilize public transportation when appropriate.

Requirements

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (we can provide this!)
• Current PMT Certification (we can provide this!)
• Current Driver's License, auto insurance; and a clean driving record.
• Skill and compassion working with and teaching individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated technology competency.
• Adaptable to a variety of situations, working conditions and schedules.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, lift, twist, push and pull to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
• Ability to drive for individual transportation to and from home and to/from worksites.
• Ability to successfully complete required trainings including those that require physical involvement such as CPR and PMT.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, lift, twist, push and pull to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
• Ability to drive for individual transportation to and from home and to/from worksites.
• Ability to successfully complete required trainings including those that require physical involvement such as CPR and PMT.

Work Setting and Conditions

• This position will require frequent work in the community with the Individuals.
• Will require frequent adjustments in work schedule in order to meet the Individuals work schedule.

Education & Experience

• Two years related experience
• Associates degree, Bachelors preferred
• CESP certification preferred (we can provide this!)
• Customized Employment Certification (we can provide this!)

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$21.00 - $24.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location

In person