Employment Specialist

Job Function:
Case Work, Social Work

Job Type: Part-time

Location:

$19 per hour

Sales and business experience will also be considered. Any equivalent amount business/management experience or post-secondary education may be substituted for professional experience with the approval of the CEO.

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and demonstrate the ability to get to various employment locations in Centre County.

Must be able to provide/attain transportation to and from work as scheduled and use personal vehicle to transport individuals in the performance of job duties. The Arc will reimburse the costs associated with the required increase in vehicle insurance coverage (for a single vehicle) when the increase is for this reason.

Demonstrate the ability to maintain a flexible schedule, demonstrated time management, and must be able to respond to diverse physical demands of program schedule.

Demonstrate knowledge of the human service system and community resources.

Demonstrate abilities in salesmanship, marketing to businesses and generating public relations.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of critical vocational rehabilitation and business information.

Demonstrate the ability to work independently and complete job responsibilities.

Demonstrate professionalism in dress, speech and mannerisms.

Possess a High School Diploma

At least three (3) months previous experience working with individuals with a disability; six (6) months of prior experience is preferred

Assist in gathering and coordinating information relevant to the development of strategies that will meet the individual’s employment related outcomes/goals and objectives.

Identify obstacles or challenges that may impact service provision and effectively work with team members to carry-out potential remedies.

Identify employment opportunities which match individual interests and abilities by aiding the person in developing a resume, contacting employers and providing them with individual and program information, and completing a Job Analysis with prospective employers. Document barriers to employment and steps needed to remove barriers.

Assist individual with the employment process by helping with completing application, transporting to and assisting during job interview, and documenting employment contacts in individual's file.

Conduct Community Based Work Assessments as assigned, completing all relevant paperwork. Formulate recommendations, based on the assessment, for future job development.

Obtain a physical examination as required by The Arc’s policies and/or DPW regulations.

Obtain Pennsylvania criminal history check, FBI criminal history check, and Child Abuse clearances in accordance with The Arc’s policies and/or DPW regulations.