Career Development Advisor

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Full Time Program Professional New Haven, CT, US

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

Full Time

Salary Range: $60,000 To $65,000 Salary

Schedule: 40 hours/wk., M-F 9 am – 5 pm

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!

• Comprehensive benefits :
  Full-time employees receive a complete benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Opportunities: Part- time employees enjoy a flexible schedule, valuable hands-on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support. Select Benefits may also be available.
• Room for growth: We offer a professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement
• Staff longevity and Development: over 50% of our staff have been with us for 5+ plus years, many of whom started in entry-level roles and have grown into fulfilling, long-term careers spanning 10 plus years.
• A culture of Community and Compassion: We take pride in our strong sense of community, teamwork, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and a culture of care!

Chapel Haven's Career Ability program is dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for the individuals we serve. We believe employment should align with an individual's ability and interests, enhancing their quality of life while offering competitive wages.

As a Career Development Advisor, you will work closely with our career development team, program managers, and director to guide individuals through career exploration, training, and job placement. The Career Development Advisor provides vocational counseling, recommends appropriate services, and supports individuals in achieving employment that balances financial stability and job satisfaction.

We are seeking a knowledgeable Career Development Advisor with experience in vocational rehabilitation to join our team as we expand to meet growing needs. This role serves individuals in our residential, community, and non-residential programs, including those seeking new career opportunities or transitioning into the workforce.

• Intake and Caseload:
  The Career Development Advisor leads the intake/referral process into Career Ability and carries a caseload. They work one-on-one with individuals, provide career guidance and advisement, as well as perform observations, assessments, job coaching, and/or support throughout Discovery experiences and employment as needed.
• Disability Knowledge and Counseling:
  The Career Development Advisor should have considerable understanding of developmental and social disabilities, including counseling approaches and strategies for success, to provide effective career advisement services and consultation to support staff, families, and employers. Experience with parent communication and meditating…