Employment Specialist

Description

The Employment Specialist supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in The Arc of Central Alabama's day program by supervising, teaching, and assisting with personal care, daily living skills, and community engagement. This role involves providing hands-on support, including bathing, cleaning, feeding, and lifting, as well as driving individuals to and from group homes. By fostering skill development and independence, the Employment Specialist enhances the quality of life for individuals served, aligning with The Arc's mission of empowerment and inclusion.


Essential Responsibilities:

• Supervise, teach, and assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in personal care and daily living skills within the day program.
• Provide hands-on support, including bathing, cleaning, feeding, and lifting individuals as needed.
• Drive individuals to and from group homes and various community locations, ensuring safe transportation.
• Encourage participation in day program activities to promote skill development and social engagement.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided, health observations, and progress toward individual goals.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals by adhering to program protocols and safety standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the day program's objectives and The Arc's mission.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, vocational rehabilitation, labor relations, social work, human services, or a related field required.

Experience: Background in employment, staffing, or business development preferred. Experience working in social services is a plus.

Skills: Excellent communication skills and ability to work with adults with disabilities. Ability to teach and coach positively.

Requirements: Reliable transportation for local travel, valid driver's license, and ability to pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

Mobility: Frequently required to stand, walk, use hand dexterity, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.

Lifting: Must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Vision: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Sitting: Occasionally required to sit.

Summary

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Statement
The Arc of Central Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under federal or state law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans and individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.

Join Us
If you're passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.