What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Status: Part Time Hourly
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: The Employment Specialist is responsible for supporting individuals in achieving meaningful employment outcomes. This includes evaluating each individual’s skills, interests, and employment goals to identify job opportunities that align with their abilities and preferences.
The Employment Specialist provides on-the-job training and ongoing support to promote long-term success and independence in the workplace.
Schedule: Flexible Hours; Availability to work up to 40 hours per week.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or a related field OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in any other major with one year of paid experience OR
- Associates Degree or 60 completed college credits with three years of paid experience working with young adults and/or adults or
- High School Diploma or GED and one-year experience paid or volunteer, working with young adults and/or adults
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of community resources
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of electronic health record (EHR) systems are a plus.
- Reliable insured transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
- Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
- Flexible Schedule; may have non-traditional hours to include evenings and weekend.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Pet Insurance
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible schedule.
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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