Job title: Employment Specialist
Company: Access Services
Job description: Access Services is seeking an Employment Specialist to join the team in our ALTEC Employment Services program! The ideal candidate is a caring and supportive individual who wants their work to make an impact in the community. The role of an Employment Specialist is to help clients with disabilities to find competitive employment. This may include completing assessments, assisting with resume writing, practicing interview skills, filling out applications and accompanying them on an interview. Once an individual participating in our program becomes employed, the role of the Employment Specialist is to help them learn the skills of their new job and provide continuing services as needed to maintain their employment.
Work Schedule and Location:
- As an Employment Specialist, the schedule may differ due to the nature of our program. This is a full-time role with 35-40 hours a week available. The typical range of schedule would be Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 and 6PM with some flexibility.
- This role requires driving regularly between cases. We offer mileage reimbursement and paid travel time between worksites.
- The role is primarily based in Pottstown, where our cases are, and occasional travel to our Hatfield office is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure own proper conduct and fair representation of Access Services.
- Report any operational or staff concerns according to Agency established policies and procedures.
- Provide accurate and timely communication to program management regarding an individual and his/her family.
- Maintain daily log and other documentation as requested by supervisor.
- Complete annual training requirements in a timely manner.
- Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner at all times as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Safety Program Policy.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance, and work scheduled overtime, or be available for unplanned overtime as necessary, to meet program needs.
Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Certification:
- ACRE or CESP preferred. Access Services will provide training if certs are not already obtained by the candidate.
- Current valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle
Benefits
Compensation:
This is an hourly position that starts at $16.50/hr, with increases based on education and experience in the field.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401K Employer match program
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition discounts, AT&T discounts, fitness reimbursements
- Employee Assistance Program (In person or telehealth sessions available)
- Referral Bonuses (up to $750 per referral)
At Access Services, we encourage and support career development and there are opportunities for you to learn and grow within our organization. We look forward to hearing from you!
Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Expected salary: $16.5 per hour
Location: Pottstown, PA
Job date: Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:17:01 GMT
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