What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at The Arc, Oneida – Lewis Chapter?
Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Employment Specialist!
About the Role:
Employment Specialist II's are out in the community, working with a caseload of individuals with a wide range of disabilities. They assist the people we support in reaching their goals and helping them find work and succeed in the workplace. Some responsibilities may include helping people write resumes, interview for jobs, assisting with on-the-job training, helping people through job transitions, or transporting individuals to job sites.
Schedule/Hours
- The schedule for this position is varied and requires candidates to be flexible with their availability. Some evening or weekend shifts may be required, dependent upon the schedule of the individuals on your caseload
Qualifications
- Experience in customer service or working with individuals with disabilities preferred
- Valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation
- High school diploma
Pay & Perks
- High school diploma or Associate's degree - $19.50/hour
- Bachelor's degree - $21.00/hour
Additionally, we offer superb benefits and perks, including:
- A comprehensive benefit package
- Generous paid time off
- Paid training
If you want a rewarding career with the ability to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, apply today!
WHAT SETS US APART:
Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.
The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives!
The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Pay: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21