Employment Specialist- DMHAS
Company: Ability Beyond
Location: New Milford
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
At Ability Beyond, you can be Accepted, Celebrated, &
Impactful!
Location: Danbury & New Milford Hours: M-F 8:00-4:00 FLEX (Full
Time) Salary: $ 42,000 yearly Travel Requirements: Around 100 to
150 miles a week (Gas milage reimbursement) -- -
Responsibilities:
Provide vocational supports to adults with disabilities with their
employment goals. Funded through the Department of Mental Health
and Addiction Services.No day is the same in career development,
which keeps it exciting! As an Employment Specialist, you will be
responsible for assisting clients in finding integrated,
competitive employment. You will network to identify opportunities
in the individual's preferred field, provide supplemental training
for the clients on the job, and provide support to help clients
maintain their employment. Responsibilities include goal setting,
resume writing, interview skill building, soft skills and job
coaching, and networking with businesses through job developing.
You will provide transportation to clients to job sites for
interviews in a safe manner. Documentation includes consistently
and accurately completing all require Ability Beyond and funder
documentation to expected standards. You will provide ongoing
follow up for each job placement including site visits, and
arranged meetings away from work sites. This is a great opportunity
for someone looking to get into human services, recent college
graduates, someone looking for a non-office-based role, or anyone
looking for a career change. Benefits: Extensive paid training and
certification program Generous benefit package (medical, dental,
vision, pet insurance) Paid time off (increases over years of
service) Self-directed retirement plan options (503B) PSLF loan
forgiveness eligibility Flexible work schedules and overtime
available that allow for work life balance Access to an Employee
Assistant Program including mental health resources Ongoing
diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives Accredited
certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other
specialties Employee mentorship program Opportunities for growth
and advancement A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
Qualifications: Bachelor--------s degree is required, preferably in
the human service field. May substitute no less than eight (8)
years of related work experience for the Bachelor--------s
degree.-- - Valid Driver--------s License is required Requires
daily use of registered, insured vehicle for transportation of
clients served Experience or interest in human services or health
services preferred To learn more about Ability Beyond, check out
our YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@abeyonddisability/videos PandoLogic.
Keywords: Employment Specialist, Location: New Milford, CT -
06776
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