New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection Employment Specialist Full Time New Haven, CT, US Requisition ID: 1777 Salary Range: $ 23.15Hourly Schedule: 40 hou…
Skills: Job Coaching, Vocational Discovery, Job Development, Case Documentation, Communication
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth …
Skills: Case Management, Restorative Justice, Crisis Intervention, Screening Tools, Referral Coordination
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Fair Haven Community Health Care For over 54 years, FHCHC has been an innovative and vibrant community health center, catering to multiple generations with over 165,000 office visits across 21 locations. Guided by a Boar…
Skills: Referral Management, Prior Authorization, Electronic Health Records, Patient Education, Data Entry
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$23/hr
Planned Parenthood of Southern New England Care. No Matter What. We are Planned Parenthood of Southern New England, one of the region’s largest and most trusted providers of reproductive health care. We are recognized fo…
Skills: Patient Care, Venipuncture, Medical Charting, Telephone Triage, Billing And Coding
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Fair Haven Community Health Care For over 54 years, FHCHC has been an innovative and vibrant community health center, catering to multiple generations with over 165,000 office visits across 21 locations. Guided by a Boar…
Skills: Nutrition Counseling, Chronic Disease Management, Patient-Centered Care, Curriculum Development, Community Outreach
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$21/hr
The Nest is a family-centered and forward-thinking early learning center with a Reggio Emilia-based approach to childhood learning, activity, and play. Our teachers and staff value relationships with children's families,…
Skills: Professional Communication, Child Development Knowledge, Reggio Emilia Approach, Curriculum Implementation, Relationship Building
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$21/hr
The Nest is a family-centered and forward-thinking early learning center with a Reggio Emilia-based approach to childhood learning, activity, and play. Our teachers and staff value relationships with children's families,…
Skills: Child Development, Professional Communication, Reggio Emilia Approach, Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$22/hr
Description Hourly Pay Range: $16.94 - $22.70 This position pays: $16.94/Hour Why Work for Goodwill Southern New England?! Referral bonusesRetirement plan contributionsTuition and gym reimbursementEmergency assistance fu…
Skills: POS System, Customer Service, Inventory Processing, Merchandising, Donation Handling
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and …
Skills: Empathy, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Organizational Skills, Computer Skills
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Dwight Street New Haven - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Shift: Second ShiftJob Category: Residential AidePosit…
Skills: Direct Client Care, Crisis Intervention, Patient Safety, Wellness Support, Relationship Building
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$22/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: 48 Howe Street New Haven Inc - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Some Post-SecondarySalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Shift: First ShiftJob Category: Case Manageme…
Skills: Case Management, Job Development, Strengths-Based Approach, Client-Centered Approach, Supervision
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$26/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: New Haven, CT 06519Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 HourlyAt LearnWell, we are committed to changing the lives of the 10 million students in the…
Skills: Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Academic Support, Student Progress Monitoring, K-12 Education
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$22/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: 48 Howe Street New Haven Inc - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Some Post-SecondarySalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Shift: First ShiftJob Category: Case Manageme…
Skills: Case Management, Job Development, Crisis Intervention, Client-Centered Approach, Strengths-Based Approach
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$22/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: 48 Howe Street New Haven Inc - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Some Post-SecondarySalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Shift: First ShiftJob Category: Case Manageme…
Skills: Case Management, Job Development, Crisis Intervention, Client-Centered Approach, Strengths-Based Approach
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$18/hr
🌟 Companions Forever is Hiring! 📍 Location: Multiple service areas across Connecticut⏰ Schedule: Flexible – Weekdays, Weekends, Overnights, and Live-In shifts available 💵 Pay: Competitive hourly rate + referral bonuse…
Skills: Non-medical home care, Patient transport, Light housekeeping, Meal preparation, Personal care
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$22/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: 48 Howe Street New Haven Inc - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Some Post-SecondarySalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Shift: First ShiftJob Category: Case Manageme…
Skills: Case Management, Job Development, Crisis Intervention, Client-Centered Approach, Strengths-Based Approach
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Dwight Street New Haven - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Shift: Second ShiftJob Category: Residential AidePosit…
Skills: Direct Client Care, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Health Support, Patient Safety, Activities Of Daily Living
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Eminence Home Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Care Caregivers/Direct Care Workers to join our team in providing exceptional in-home support to individuals in need. As a caregiver, you will play a vital r…
Skills: Bathing Assistance, Grooming, Meal Preparation, Companionship, Emotional Support
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$85k–$105k/yr
Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection Director Of Human Resources Full Time New Haven, CT, US Requisition ID: 1776 Salary Range: $85,000–$105,000 S…
Skills: Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, HR Compliance, Compensation And Benefits, Training And Development
New Haven, Connecticut, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Company Overview: New Reach is undergoing an exciting transformation in order to bring the organization to its next level of success. Working to provide, shelter, housing, stabilization and support for children, families…
Skills: Professional Boundaries, Crisis Management, Communication, Microsoft Office, Spanish Bilingualism
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The Employment Specialist serves as a lead job coach supporting adults with disabilities through job development, training, and retention. They are responsible for building relationships with employers and providing on-the-job coaching to ensure successful workplace integration.
Candidates should have experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or autism and possess a valid driver's license. Proficiency in office software and strong communication skills are required, while ACRE or CESP certifications are preferred.
Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection
Employment Specialist
Full Time
New Haven, CT, US
Requisition ID: 1777
Salary Range: $ 23.15Hourly
Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with some flexibility.
Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you!
Why consider a career at CHSC?
Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and a culture of care!
The Role:
CareerAbility at Chapel Haven Schleifer Center was created to support meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Meaningful employment is based on individual choice, contributes to quality of life, and supports competitive, integrated work experiences.
The Employment Specialist is a lead job coach responsible for supporting individuals across all aspects of employment services, including job development, training, retention, volunteering, and vocational discovery. This role supports individuals in customized and supported employment settings while also assisting those building pre-vocational skills. A key part of this role includes building strong relationships with both individuals and employers to ensure successful, long-term job placements.
The Employment Specialist provides on-the-job coaching, teaches and models job skills, supports workplace adjustment, and completes required documentation including progress notes, task analyses, and reports.
Essential Responsibilities:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Do not meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, LGBTQ+, and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Chapel Haven!
Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection
Grow Thrive Belong
Founded in 1972, Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) has been changing lives for adults with disabilities for a half-century. Our award-winning non-profit based in the Westville section of New Haven, Conn. teaches adults with developmental and social disabilities to live independent and productive lives through a nationally accredited transitional living program and approved private special education school. Chapel Haven’s mission is to empower adults to live independent and self-determined lives. Our program is truly lifelong. Chapel Haven serves more than 250 adults (18 years of age and older) in the residence and the community with two distinct programs; REACH and Asperger's Syndrome Adult Transition (ASAT) programs. Among the profiles of adults served at CHSC are autism, intellectual disabilities, Down Syndrome, high-functioning autism/Asperger Syndrome and more. Through an intensive, state-approved education curriculum, adults are guided through all aspects of independent living and prepared for a future in which they can live robust and independent adult lives. For more information: [email protected]
Offices: Chapel Haven Schleifer Center, 1040 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut 06515, US
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