JOB DEVELOPER – ADULT DAY SERVICES
About the role
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. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.
As a Job Developer, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them by procuring job placements, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. You will assist the people Brightway Living & Learning supports, their families, and support teams in helping them foster their independence by matching them to jobs and securing internships. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.
Responsibilities
- Job development and placement services for individuals served by Brightway Living & Learning.
- Documentation of efforts.
- Oversight of career and job development activities in Pre-Voc, Supported Employment and ACCES-VR program.
- Assist the Community Pre-Vocational program in securing internship sites.
- Completion of all mandated ACCES‑VR and Supported Employment documentation.
- Coordination and oversight of any work readiness activities.
- Evaluating individuals through comprehensive work assessments (Community based and Diagnostic) and developing individualized employment plans based on assessment outcomes.
- Interview friends, family members and others in the consumer’s support system to help build a Vocational profile to determine the best way to support the consumer.
- Collaborate with clients, families, and support teams to set realistic and achievable employment objectives.
- Work with employers, individuals and families/c