What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at Community Options and Careers?
Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are Now Hiring a Full-time Employment Specialist in San Antonio, TX to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment. The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement.
** Must have Employment service (Job Skills and Job Placement) credentials from UNTWISE**
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Responsibilities
- Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment.
- Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills.
- Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites.
- Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
- Accurately complete all documentation.
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Untwise Credentials of Job Skills training and Job Placement
- Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities
- Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Salary : $17