City of Utica, New York, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Utica, NY 13502Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyUnder the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Employment Specialist (Job Coach) will assist participants with obtaining and maintaining…
Skills: Job Coaching, Resume Building, Interviewing Skills, Person-Centered Approach, Vocational Services
City of Utica, New York, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$24/hr
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City of Utica, New York, United States · On-site
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City of Utica, New York, United States · On-site
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City of Utica, New York, United States • On-site
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The Employment Specialist assists participants in obtaining and maintaining community employment through job coaching and soft skills training. They are also responsible for developing professional partnerships with local businesses to increase employment opportunities.
An Associate degree is required, with a preference for a Bachelor's in Human Services or Vocational Services. Candidates must have at least two years of experience serving individuals with developmental disabilities and a valid NYS Driver's license.
Job DetailsJob Location: Utica, NY 13502Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyUnder the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Employment Specialist (Job Coach) will assist participants with obtaining and maintaining employment in their community. The Employment Specialist will develop and maintain positive, professional partnerships with local businesses to promote employment opportunities for program participants. This position will provide community-based work experiences and evaluations, and job coaching supports to individuals in the work environment.The Employment Specialist will provide community-based work experiences and evaluations, and job coaching supports to individuals in the work environment.
The successful candidate for this position will be expected to:
Establish respect and develop relationships with individuals using a person-centered approach.
Assist participants with job-readiness skills such as resume building, problem-solving, effective communication, and interviewing skills.
Train participants in soft skills such as work ethic, personal grooming and hygiene, and response to supervision.
Assist participants with arranging and obtaining appropriate transportation, including traveling training when appropriate.
Provide retention services that provide ongoing work supports, goal planning, treatment team interaction and the establishment and cultivation of natural supports at the work site.
Network with local employers & businesses to increase opportunities for employment.
Establish and maintain both verbal and written collaboration with OPWDD.
Must be willing to travel within all counties served by CNY Quest. (Oneida, Herkimer, Lewis)
Maintain OPWDD and agency training requirements.
Maintain necessary records and documentation for each client served.
Maintain confidentiality of all work/client related information.
Act in a manner consistent with Central New York Quest’s Mission.
Meet with the Director of Programs or other appointed person for supervision at least once per month.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.
Qualifications/Requirements
An Associates Degree in a related field is required.
Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or Vocational Services
At least two years of experience providing vocational and employment services to individuals with developmental disabilities
A valid NYS Driver’s license
Intermediate computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams.
As required by OPWDD, a criminal history background check and abuse history check.
Previous innovations (CHSE/Eleversity) training preferred but not required. Can be obtained on the job.
Empowering people with disabilities within our communities.
CNY Quest’s mission is to enrich the lives of people with developmental, intellectual, and mental health disorders. We are dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their goals and live as independently as possible. We treat everyone we serve with respect and compassion, and recognize individuals with special needs as valuable members of the community.
There are currently 24 open education positions in City of Utica, NY listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include Faxton St. Luke's Healthcare, ADHD & Autism Psychological Services & Advocacy (AAPSA), Arrow Financial Corporation, Healthy Kids Programs, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
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