Job Developer – Adult Day Services

JOB DEVELOPER ADULT DAY SERVICES

Full-Time Hourly $25.00 - $27.50/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose

AboutBrightwayLiving & Learning:BrightwayLiving & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island including educational residential day habilitation and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)Brightwaysupports over 1600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence adaptability and the power of behavioral science Brightways dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow learn and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our All Ways Forward approach at .

The Role: As a Job Developer you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them by procuring job placements promoting their well-being and helping them connect with their communities. You will assist the people Brightway Living & Learning supports their families and support teams in helping them foster their independence by matching them to jobs and securing internships. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

What Youll Do:

• Job development and placement services for individuals served by Brightway Living & Learning. Documentation of efforts.
• Oversight of career and job development activities in Pre-Voc Supported Employment and ACCES-VR program.
• Assist the Community Pre-Vocational program in securing internships sites
• Completion of all mandated ACCES- VR and Supported Employment documentation.
• Coordination and oversight of any work readiness activities
• Evaluating individuals through comprehensive work assessments (Community based and Diagnostic) and developing individualized employment plans based on assessment outcomes.
• Interview friends family members and others in the consumers support system to help build a Vocational profile to determine the best way to support the consumer.
• Collaborate with clients families and support teams to set realistic and achievable employment objectives.
• Work with employers individuals and families/collaterals to develop and secure competitive employment for individuals served meeting targeted job placement goal.
• Provide job assessment and job match services along with short-term follow up.
• Assist individuals with resume preparation interviewing techniques entitlements transportation arrangements.
• Successful participation in all mandated training.
• Incident reporting and action as per 624 regulations.

What You Bring To Brightway:

• HS Diploma required.
• Knowledge of vocational/job development services.
• Knowledge of ACCES-VR and OPWDD regulations relating to Vocational guidelines.
• Ability to work with employers individuals and families/collaterals to develop appropriate programming for individuals in Vocational services.
• Experience working with individuals with autism and/or developmental disabilities
• Must have interpersonal skills and be comfortable with networking and creating new contacts/connections often.
• Must be able to demonstrate tasks or model behaviors associated with work for workers.
• Ability to work in a variety of locations in the community.
• Valid NYS drivers license and be approved to drive by Brightways Transportation Dept.

Why Youll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Heres How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical dental vision life insurance FSA and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic compassionate and patient
• Positive energetic and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team you become part of the Brightway Living & Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race color sex pregnancy reproductive decision making gender expression or identity national origin disability military status creed religion age sexual orientation marital status genetic information status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed valued and respected. At Brightway we believe that with the right support progress is always possible.

Required Experience:

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