Employment Specialist

Many People... One Strong Community... Join Our Growing Team! Employment Specialist | Auburn, NY Mozaic (A Chapter of The Arc NY) is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and community-focused Employment Specialist to join our team in Auburn, NY. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their goals and gain greater independence, this is an opportunity to make a real difference every day. As an Employment Specialist, you'll empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore career opportunities, build workplace skills, and achieve meaningful employment. You'll serve as a coach, mentor, advocate, and resource, helping people gain confidence and develop the tools they need to succeed both on and off the job. In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with people we support to create individualized employment plans, develop resumes, complete job applications, strengthen interviewing skills, and identify career opportunities that align with their interests and strengths. You'll also build relationships with local employers and community partners, creating new pathways for employment and community involvement. Every day offers the chance to celebrate successes, support personal growth, and help people achieve milestones that can transform their lives. Whether you're providing job coaching, connecting someone to a new opportunity, or helping them develop skills for long-term success, your work will have a lasting impact. At Mozaic, you'll join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to promoting independence, inclusion, and choice. If you're looking for a career with purpose, where you can help people reach their goals while growing professionally, we'd love to hear from you. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities preferred. Valid New York State Driver's License required. Employment Specialist Benefits Include Work Today, Get Paid Today Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Program & Tuition Reimbursement 20 Paid Vacation Days and 8 Paid Holidays Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical & Dependent Care 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Pet Insurance Pre-Paid Legal Services Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Incentives Paid Comprehensive Training and Certification Programs Hours Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM (hours may vary depending on needs) The position is 37.5 hours per week Pay Rate 18.75 - $21.50 per hour + based on experience! Salary: $18.75 - $21.50 per hour Location Auburn NY, Cayuga County Why Choose Mozaic? Mozaic is a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializing in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 people with disabilities in our area. Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr