Employment Specialist - Seneca

Many People... One Strong Community... Join Our Growing Team! Mozaic (a chapter of The Arc) is hiring for an Employment Specialist. Employment Specialists are essential for the difference they make in the lives of the people they work with daily. They teach life and work skills on a daily basis and develop individualized activities and job opportunities. They will be driving to locations within the community to help promote personal growth and independence. Employment Specialists must communicate and problem solve effectively with all individuals, team members, and service providers to provide quality services for all individuals. This role enhances worker skill development to achieve successful vocational outcomes while ensuring the timely completion of necessary documentation. It fosters and sustains positive relationships with employers and community-based sites, playing a key role in maintaining all documentation required for Life Plan Reviews. Additionally, the position assists individuals in building interpersonal skills, creating resumes, developing job leads, filling out applications, and honing interview skills to align their abilities, interests, and skills with suitable work opportunities. It provides job development, training, job coaching services, interventions, and situational counseling related to employment. The role also ensures compliance with regulations, agency policies, and procedures while contributing to the identification and development of new services and support opportunities that enhance individuals' quality of life choices. Employment Specialist Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred. Valid NYS Driver's License is required. 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 - $20 per hour + based on experience! Location Seneca County Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Mozaic