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Community Options

Employment Specialist

Community Options, Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States

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Community Options, Inc.

is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

This dynamic nationwide non‑profit organization is seeking a

Full Time Employment Specialist

to work in our

Wrightsville, PA

location. The Employment Specialist is responsible for training individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the critical skills needed to gain and maintain successful employment.

Starting pay is $18.50/hour

Responsibilities

Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employers

Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance

Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignments

Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers

Build a support network between individuals and community members

Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and management

Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely

Report program status updates on a regular basis

Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred

Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Complete all state and agency required trainings per state guidelines

Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports

Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Send resumes to: Resumes-YK@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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