Employment Specialist Tompkins County

About the role

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community.

Honesty, Integrity and Respect

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED with Human Services experience required.
• Associate’s degree in a relevant field and one year of related Human Services experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in work situations with persons with disabilities preferred.
• Computer skills and keyboarding familiarity required.
• Must be able to be reached by phone and have a vehicle to transport and complete agency business.
• Evidence of understanding and empathy for individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work in a team environment with excellent decision‑making, multi‑tasking and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals and employers to explore, secure and maintain employment while working in a changing environment with a demonstrated knowledge of and ability to work with internal/external stakeholders.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required according to SOA/organization regulations, policies, practices and procedures.

Benefits

• Great pay!
• Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week
• Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life
• Time Off - paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more
• Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
• Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
• Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available
• Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities

Pay

• Great pay!
• Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week.