Community Employment Specialist

Locations Hagerstown - N Potomac St 328 North Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD 21740, USA On-site Hourly Range: $21.37 USD to $21.37 USD Employment & Vocational Services Full-Time Requisition #: COMMU012052 Description Community Employment Program (CEP) services are designed to help individuals with varying disabilities gain and maintain meaningful employment. Our team helps by identifying client work interests and basic skills required, along with providing on the jobsite training and ongoing support. Shift: Regular hours Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm. Occasional hours outside of the regular schedule, including weekends, may be needed depending on the needs of the program and individuals served. What to expect. This is a direct care opportunity to support clients in obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment in their communities. Services include engagement, assessment, job search, job development, treatment team collaboration, and long-term job support. Benefits At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) This position has a flat pay rate of $21.37/hr. Qualifications What we need from you. A high school diploma/GED and two years of experience in the human services field. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Skills and knowledge in performing supported employment activities including identifying and negotiating potential jobs, getting clients integrated into jobs, providing job coaching assistance, and client advocacy with employers and clients. A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle. About the Employer Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr