Customized Employment Specialist - Medford, United States - Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. (SILO)

Description

but job responsibilities may require for the individual to travel through-out the long Island Community to perform certain job duties.

• Associates degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services field (bachelor's degree preferred).
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities in an employment or vocational rehabilitation setting.
• Strong understanding of disability rights, employment laws, and reasonable accommodations in the workplace.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with program participants, local employers, and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to identify strengths, develop and implement individualized plans and strategies to support employment goals.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the strengths, skills, and interests of program participants.
• Develop customized employment plans based on the individual's strengths, preferences, and potential job opportunities.
• Provide individualized job coaching and support to clients during the job search and placement process.
• Collaborate with employers in the community to identify job opportunities and negotiate customized job placements.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants to ensure successful integration into the workplace.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of client progress and employment outcomes.
• Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to employment for individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborate with other members of the employment support team to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the strengths, skills, and interests of program participants.
• Develop customized employment plans based on the individual's strengths, preferences, and potential job opportunities.
• Provide individualized job coaching and support to clients during the job search and placement process.
• Collaborate with employers in the community to identify job opportunities and negotiate customized job placements.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants to ensure successful integration into the workplace.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of client progress and employment outcomes.
• Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to employment for individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborate with other members of the employment support team to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends