Job Coach/employment Specialist - Yaphank, United States - Maryhaven

Maryhaven

Verified Company

Yaphank, United States

1 day ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Provides needed supports necessary for individuals to obtain or retain competitive employment by overcoming functional deficits and assisting with job referral, job development and job placement.

Employment Specialist also delivers ancillary supports and coordinates other services needed by PROS recipients based on medical need.

Essential Functions:

Secures PROS referrals from Placement Manager for individuals competitively employed services and who need ORS services.
Assists individuals with job readiness, job search and employment skills.
Assists in determining TickettoWork Status for individuals who want direct placement services without going through ACCES-VR services.
Meets daily with PROS Manager to coordinate support services needed to aid individuals in recovery.
Provides ongoing rehabilitation services, intensive rehabilitation services or community rehabilitation services as per individual's plan.
Reports and records daily and bimonthly notes as per PROS regulation and maintains files, evaluates and modifies as necessary.
Facilitates group activities with PROS participants for CRS service categories.
Develops IAP for individuals receiving PROS services in conjunction with collaterals and team members.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma/GED equivalent required.
One (1) year of experience working with the ID/DD and MI populations preferred.
Possess and maintain a valid NYS driver's license within _Agency _criteria and own a vehicle.

Pay:
$ $20.00 per hour

Benefits: