What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment & Training Specialist position at VIABILITY, Inc?
Bi-lingual Employment & Training Specialist 2 FULL-TIME Holyoke, MA, US
Requisition ID: 2973 Welcome! Thank you for exploring a career with us!
Our team of 400 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful
work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities
in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
\*\*\$500 sign on bonus (\$250 at the completion of first week of
training and \$250 after successfully completion of first 90 days)\*\*
Location: Holyoke, MA Pay: \$24.76 Per hour; plus \$40 bi-weekly stipend
for second language Hours: 40 Hours per week Schedule: Monday-Friday
8:30am-4:30pm with flexibility for occasional nights and weekends
Summary: The Employment Specialist works directly with individuals with
disabilities to support them in obtaining and maintaining competitive,
integrated employment. This position carries an active caseload and
provides individualized, person-centered employment services, including
career exploration, job development, placement, and ongoing follow-along
support. The Employment Specialist collaborates with participants,
employers, and service providers to identify strengths, address barriers
to employment, and promote long-term job success. Responsibilities also
include employer outreach, job coaching, advocacy for workplace
accommodations, and maintaining accurate documentation to track progress
And Outcomes In Compliance With Program Requirements Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have at minimum a Bachelor?s degree with one
year of experience providing employment services to individuals with
developmental disabilities or other employment barriers; or an
Associate?s degree with two years of related experience; or a High
School diploma, GED, or HiSET with three years of relevant experience
Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email,
and internet essential. Must have a valid driver\'s license, good
driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants
in personal vehicle. Must be able to travel within the region to access
residential settings, employers, offices, and community organizations.
Fluency in Spanish required. \"Viability values our employees and the
talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members
were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their
professional growth.\" Full-time Viability staff members are eligible
for the following: Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans. Dependent
care flexible spending account. Flexible Spending & Health Savings
account. Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch. Company paid
Long-term Disability insurance. Company paid Short-term Disability
insurance. (NY & OK employees only) Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
Benefits & Perks for all Viability staff members: Employer matched 403B
contributions starting day 1 of employment. Eligible for Tuition
Reimbursement. Generous paid time off. 11 Paid Holidays a year. Access
to training and professional development resources through our
comprehensive online learning platform. Referral Incentive bonus. For
every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our
Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each
successfully hired candidate! Employee Assistance Program that provides
confidential assistance for all life challenges. Work-life balance.
Requisition ID: 2973 Welcome! Thank you for exploring a career with us!
Our team of 400 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful
work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities
in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
\*\*\$500 sign on bonus (\$250 at the completion of first week of
training and \$250 after successfully completion of first 90 days)\*\*
Location: Holyoke, MA Pay: \$24.76 Per hour; plus \$40 bi-weekly stipend
for second language Hours: 40 Hours per week Schedule: Monday-Friday
8:30am-4:30pm with flexibility for occasional nights and weekends
Summary: The Employment Specialist works directly with individuals with
disabilities to support them in obtaining and maintaining competitive,
integrated employment. This position carries an active caseload and
provides individualized, person-centered employment services, including
career exploration, job development, placement, and ongoing follow-along
support. The Employment Specialist collaborates with participants,
employers, and service providers to identify strengths, address barriers
to employment, and promote long-term job success. Responsibilities also
include employer outreach, job coaching, advocacy for workplace
accommodations, and maintaining accurate documentation to track progress
And Outcomes In Compliance With Program Requirements Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have at minimum a Bachelor?s degree with one
year of experience providing employment services to individuals with
developmental disabilities or other employment barriers; or an
Associate?s degree with two years of related experience; or a High
School diploma, GED, or HiSET with three years of relevant experience
Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email,
and internet essential. Must have a valid driver\'s license, good
driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants
in personal vehicle. Must be able to travel within the region to access
residential settings, employers, offices, and community organizations.
Fluency in Spanish required. \"Viability values our employees and the
talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members
were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their
professional growth.\" Full-time Viability staff members are eligible
for the following: Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans. Dependent
care flexible spending account. Flexible Spending & Health Savings
account. Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch. Company paid
Long-term Disability insurance. Company paid Short-term Disability
insurance. (NY & OK employees only) Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
Benefits & Perks for all Viability staff members: Employer matched 403B
contributions starting day 1 of employment. Eligible for Tuition
Reimbursement. Generous paid time off. 11 Paid Holidays a year. Access
to training and professional development resources through our
comprehensive online learning platform. Referral Incentive bonus. For
every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our
Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each
successfully hired candidate! Employee Assistance Program that provides
confidential assistance for all life challenges. Work-life balance.
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