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    Employment Specialist - Danbury, United States - Ability Beyond

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    At Ability Beyond, you can be Accepted, Celebrated, & Impactful

    Location: Torrington and Waterbury

    Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30 FLEX (Full Time)

    Salary: $42,640 / year

    Travel Requirements: Around 150 to 175 miles biweekly (gas milage reimbursement)

    Responsibilities:

    + Provide vocational supports using the Individual Placement and Support Evidence Based Model to clients referred through the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

    + No day is the same in career development, which keeps it exciting As an Employment Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting clients in finding integrated, competitive employment.

    + You will network to identify opportunities in the individual's preferred field, provide supplemental training for the clients on the job, and provide support to help clients maintain their employment.

    + Responsibilities include goal setting, resume writing, interview skill building, soft skills and job coaching, and networking with businesses through job developing.

    + Occasionally provide transportation to clients to job sites for interviews in a safe manner.

    + Documentation includes consistently and accurately completing all require Ability Beyond and funder documentation to expected standards.

    + You will provide ongoing follow up for each job placement including site visits, and arranged meetings away from work sites.

    + This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get into human services, recent college graduates, someone looking for a non-office-based role, or anyone looking for a career change.

    Benefits:

    + Extensive paid training and certification program

    + Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)

    + Paid time off (increases over years of service)

    + Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)

    + PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility

    + Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources

    + Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives

    + Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties

    + Employee mentorship program

    + Opportunities for growth and advancement

    + A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelors degree is required, preferably in the human service field. May substitute no less than eight (8) years of related work experience for the Bachelors degree.

    + Valid Drivers License is required

    + Requires daily use of registered, insured vehicle for transportation of clients served

    + Experience or interest in human services or health services preferred

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