Employment Specialist (OPWDD/PREVOC)

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are hiring a Full-time Employment Specialist in Syracuse, NY to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment.

About the role

The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment.
• Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
• Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites.
• Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
• Accurately complete all documentation.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

Pay

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour (no Bachelor's Degree) & $20.00 per hour (Bachelor's Degree).

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.