Employment Specialist

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Full Time Professional Fresno, CA, US

Salary Range: $73,068.95 To $87,248.15 Annually

Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC) is a non-profit corporation, funded by the State of California to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities. At CVRC, our mission is to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and children at risk, to reach their goals. With offices in Merced, Fresno, and Visalia, we support over 35,000 individuals with developmental disabilities in the Central Valley, including Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, Merced, and Kings counties.

We accomplish this by coordinating resources and collaborating with other agencies to develop the best services for Clients and families, valuing diversity, respecting individual rights and choices, and committing to excellence, honesty, and cost effectiveness in service delivery.

BENEFITS OF JOINING CVRC:

• Employer-paid medical plan options available for employees
• Employer-paid dental and vision coverage for eligible family members
• CalPERS Pension Retirement Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D coverage options at group rates
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal time, holidays, and longevity leave
• Flexible schedules, including 9/80 work week options with every other Friday off
• Telecommute opportunities for eligible positions after introductory period
• Meaningful work supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families

Exempt Full Time

Starting Pay: $70,940.73 – $84,706.94/yr.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Employment Specialist serves as a subject matter expert and primary resource in advancing Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE), internships, and career development opportunities for individuals served by Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC). This position develops and maintains partnerships with employers, service providers, educational institutions, workforce development agencies, and community organizations throughout CVRC's six-county catchment area to expand access to meaningful, community-based employment opportunities.

The Employment Specialist promotes employment as a preferred outcome, supports individuals in achieving their career goals, and assists employers in creating inclusive workplaces that foster successful employment outcomes.

Working with a high degree of independence, the Employment Specialist provides consultation, training, and technical assistance to CVRC staff, service providers, employers, individuals served, and families regarding employment services, workplace supports, accommodations, and best practices. The position monitors and reports on employment outcomes and performance measures, identifies opportunities to improve employment access and retention, and leads initiatives that support state and federal priorities related to competitive integrated employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under minimal supervision, identifies and engages potential employers to create job opportunities suited to the abilities and interests of individuals served by Central Valley Regional Center.
• Independently develops and maintains strong partnerships with local businesses, industry groups, and community organizations.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for CVRC in educating and supporting CVRC staff in all matters related to employment for individuals served.
• Conducts presentations and meetings to educate employers…