Pre-Vocational Specialist

Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It.

Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact.

Why Access?

Because how we work matters just as much as what we do. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn't a poster on the wall - it's how we show up for each other and for the people we support.

You'll be part of a team that is:

• Clear about expectations
• Supportive and accountable
• Focused on outcomes that matter to people.

And committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - while making sure out staff can do the same.

Location: Middletown, NY

Pay Rte: $19.00 per hour

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM (40hrs)

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

This position will include transporting and providing services to persons with a developmental disability to and from pre-vocational activities in the community.


PRIMARY FUNCTIONS :

• Provide pre-vocational services to persons with a developmental disability
• Assist clients to achieve valued outcomes
• Daily documentation of services provided according to OPWDD regulations.
• Provide monthly summary of client progress according to OPWDD regulations
• Record attendance and time in/time out of program
• Ensure health, safety and program compliance
• Provide advocacy, mentorship and vocational support
• Transport clients from/to home and community activities

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

• Work as part of team of prevocational specialists

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES :

• Passion for assisting others to meet vocational goals
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with I/DD population
• Valid Driver's License
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL is a plus

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 6 months experience with persons with a developmental disability

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case.

• Able to drive for periods of time

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans