Position Summary: Employment Specialist will assist individuals to successfully acquire and sustain gainful employment, with the goal of eventually working independently. Employment Specialist will provide the support necessary to facilitate employment success for individual with disabilities. Employment Specialist will provide assistance and support with both on and off job site activities needed to promote career exploration, work readiness skills, job discovery, job development, and job retention. Employment Specialist will work with local businesses and Employment Program Coordinator to facilitate paid and unpaid work experiences for individuals.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Work in conjunction with the Assistant Director to review program goals and individual goalsAttend all assigned trainings including NYS CASE trainings, OPWDD Innovations trainings and OPWDD annual required trainingsComplete pre-employment and employment assessments with individualsComplete all required OPWDD and ACCES VR reportsMeet with potential businesses and community- based work sites to further expand Springbrook’s Business partner networkAct as a liaison between employers, individuals, businesses, families and other support staffProvide support and services including but not limited to, job discovery, job training, job mentoring, and professional skills development in an individualized and/or group settingMaintain communication with work sites during all phases of the employment processComplete documentation, case notes, reports and billing for both ACCES VR and OPWDD within the allotted time frameProvide transportation with individual to assessment and work site if neededPresent a professional image to the business community at all timesCommunicate with Assistant Director regarding any concernsAttend departmental meetings and monthly 1:1 supervision meetings on an ongoing basisAttend semi-annual and annual Life Plan meetings and team meetings as assignedHas knowledge of all employment services programs provided by SpringbrookAssist in writing employment services plansMust be able to work varied hours to meet the needs of the individuals on caseloadFollow all Springbrook Policies and ProceduresPerform other work related duties as assigned by supervisorQualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:Minimum: High school diploma with 5 years experience working with individuals with disabilities. Preferred: Associates or Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years experience working with persons with disabilities and/or an equivalent combination of training and experienceKnowledge of ACCES VR and OPWDD regulations, policies and procedures preferred.Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary.Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.Maintain a valid driver’s license and have a reliable access to transportation.