Onsite Employment & Training Specialist 1 – Job Developer

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About the role

  • Employment & Training Specialist 1 in Peabody, MA assisting individuals with disabilities in securing and maintaining employment. Collaborating with community employers and providing job-seeking skills.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Job title

Employment & Training Specialist 1 – Job Developer

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

$24 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

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