Intensive Employment Specialist - Full Time - Flexible
Intandem
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- Pay
- $21 to $23
- an hour
- Location
- Olean, NY
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 15
- 5 days ago
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About the company
Intandem
Non-profit organization management · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Support adults and youth with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment.
- Conduct community outreach and build partnerships with local businesses, schools, and agencies.
What you need
- Requires an associate degree in Human Services or a related field and two years of experience working with adults and/or youth with various disabilities.
- A bachelor’s degree and vocational support experience are preferred; a driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.
- Education: an associate degree or a bachelor's degree
Key skills
Driver’s Licensestrong interpersonal skillsprofessional demeanorcommunicate orallyin writinggroup vocational activitieswork readiness activities
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JOB TITLE
:
Intensive Employment Specialist
CLASSIFICATION:
Full Time, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT:
Vocational Services
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Supervisor of Community Employment
POSITION SUMMARY:
Supports adults and youth with disabilities in our employment programs under both the ACCES VR contract and OPWDD services to help individuals prepare, obtain and maintain employment
through the person-centered approach. Promotes a positive and productive team environment, to include working a flexible schedule along with all responsibilities to meet programmatic needs. Engages in community outreach, develops and nurtures a collaborative relationship with local businesses, schools, and outside agencies to include ACCES-VR and OPWDD to expand opportunities for community partnerships.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
Associates’ Degree in Human Services or related field
Two (2) years of experience of working with adults and/or youth with various disabilities
Preferred
Education, Training & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field
Experience providing vocational support to individuals with disabilities.
*Applicants with Associates or Bachelor’s degree may provide documentation of training, certifications and education demonstrating knowledge in the field
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
A Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record with dependable transportation
Ability to be positive and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor in the community.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to sites for community-based work experiences or employment.
Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, and on the telephone.
Ability to design and coordinate group vocational and work readiness activities for youth and/or adults.
Ability to understand, communicate and enforce regulations governing all vocational services.
Ability to learn and use online and virtual training formats for group activities.
SALARY:
$21-23 per hour based on experience