Senior Employment Consultant

Senior Employment ConsultantReports to: Program Manager – MH EmploymentLocation: Fulton, NY 13069Pay Rate: $20 - $21.25 HourlySchedule: Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!About UsWith a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.About the Role:We are looking for a proactive employee to place, train, stabilize, and rehabilitate people with disabilities in competitive supportive employment.Responsibilities:o Receive referrals to supported employment programs and initiates acceptance/processing in collaboration with potential participants, referring providers, and employment program teamo Evaluate participants' employment interests, skills and potential utilizing the personal portfolio methodo Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses, human resource groups and employment networkso Function as a community educator/marketer regarding the employment of people with disabilitieso Work with employers to "carve" jobs suitable for participantso Provide rehabilitative service to individuals, as assigned.o Collaborate with employer/manager/trainer to assess participant training needso Support the Program Manager in monitoring department staff compliance with regulations and standardso Provide training, orientation, and development for program staff, as assignedo Assist Program Manager in coordinating program responsibilities and staff assignments, as assignedo Provide regulation-durable services to participants, as assignedo Document services provided in accordance with program policyo Work collaboratively with participants, families, program staff, co-workers and supervisoro Conduct self in a professional mannero Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policieso Perform Other Duties as AssignedEducation/Experience:High school diploma/GED, plus four years' experience working with people with disabilities, or, Associate degree, plus two years' experience working with people with disabilities in order to secure competitive employment, or, Bachelor degree in a human services field, required.Conditions of Employment:Must have a valid NYS Driver License in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving policy and reliable transportation necessary to meet program needs. Must respect confidentiality.Did you know that AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance? Additionally, we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.