Employment & Training Specialist 1 – Job Developer

Role Overview

• Works with referrals from the Department of Developmental Services supporting people with vocational supports in securing employment, maintaining employment and striving towards independence with community-based employment.
• Case manage and develop employment relationships between clients and community employers, providing access to an array of employment, job training, and educational opportunities.
• Work closely with State funding sources in a collaborative team approach.
• Assist clients with a variety of job seeking skills; resume writing, interview skills, travel training and job etiquette.
• Get creative with providing vocational guidance, job development, job placement, job coaching and customer relations with employer.

Requirements

• High School/GED or Hi-SET plus 1-2 years related experience OR Associate’s degree plus 1 year related experience and/or training.
• One year of human service experience desired.
• Knowledge of and respect for diverse populations.
• Fluency in Spanish strongly encouraged.
• Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email, and internet essential.
• Must have a valid driver's license, 3 years driving experience, good driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants in personal vehicle.
• Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers, offices and community organizations.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account.
• Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch.
• Company paid Long-term Disability insurance.
• Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only)
• Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
• Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment.
• Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off.
• 11 Paid Holidays a year.
• Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform.
• Referral Incentive bonus. For every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each successfully hired candidate!
• Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges.
• Work-life balance.