Supported Employment Specialist
Supported Employment Specialist
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Job Description
Community Options Inc. is a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking an Employment Specialist in Dallas TX.The Employment Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community based employment setting to supervise and train people with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the physical intellectual emotional and social skills needed to perform specific job tasks work routine and personal life activities critical to employment success. Using the least intrusive methods possible on the job their objective is to gradually reduce the time spent at the job site as the individual becomes better adjusted and more independent.
Starting pay is $20.00$25.00 per hour
Responsibilities
- Support individuals through the employment process including developing a resume applying to jobs and interviewing with potential employers
- Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports including assistive technology and personal assistance
- Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks breaking tasks down into manageable components and completing their assignments
- Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual employer or coworkers
- Build a support network between individuals and community members
- Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer family staff and management
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Report program status updates on a regular basis
- Cooperate with audits inspections and investigations
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Bachelors Degree preferred
- Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
Working Conditions
- Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
- May be required to be oncall in cooperation with other management staff
- Frequent lifting stretching and other physical exertion may be required
- May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
- May be required to lift or move 25 pounds
- May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
- Overtime may be required as necessary.
What We Offer:
- Insurance Options (Medical Dental Vision)
- Paid Holidays Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
If you have any questions please dont hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our office! Phone Number:
If interested please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
