Employment Services Coordinator-Jefferson & Lewis Counties - Exceptional Family Resources : Job Details

Employment Services Coordinator Responsible for development, implementation, and management of various types of ACCES-VR services provided by EFR. Duties include job development and job matching, working with the individual seeking employment and identifying and matching approved employment services providers with participants. Responsible for training, monitoring, and following the consumer services, and ensuring paperwork is completed. Position Responsibilities:

• Provide ACCES-VR employment services to individuals with disabilities which includes help locating, developing, and maintaining competitive employment for participants.
• Work with businesses to obtain work experience opportunities for participants
• Provide timely reports on individuals' progress, including daily documentation, and other as needed or requested.
• Providing Pre-Employment Transition Services such as teaching classes to students and/or finding individuals work-based learning experiences.
• Teaching classes on job exploration, post-secondary educational programs, self-advocacy, and workplace readiness.
• Develop and model work-related behaviors in service recipients such as time and attendance, appropriate dress, communication skills, accepting supervision and travel skills.
• Follow and maintain days and hours of services as assigned, providing safe transportation as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to work independently in schools and community settings with sound decision making and judgment.
• Ability to assist a person with employment support needs, assisting with reasonable accommodations, and facilitating a relationship with the employer and coworkers.
• Effectively develop and deliver training and instruction to groups and individuals.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to interact professionally with all stake holders, including students, parents, staff from schools, agencies, and businesses.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a human services field and at least two (2) years' experience working with individuals with disabilities. Master's degree and employment experience preferred.
• Effective communication, time management and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work well with diverse population, including incarcerated youth, LGBTQ youth, English language learners, and youth with substance abuse and/or mental health diagnosis required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as needed.
• Valid NYS driver's license; reliable vehicle; proof of current auto insurance; acceptable driving record required

Established in 1976, EFR is a family orientated organization that provides services to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. EFR is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by the non-profit agency.