Community & Employment Integration Specialist-Adult Autism
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, Phila, PA, United States
Overview
Are you searching for a position that allows you to mentor, coach and direct young adults with Autism to improve their social and vocational skills/opportunities? Do you enjoy networking with the community and are able to find resources?
If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team.
Being an Employment Integration Specialist at Devereux has its Advantages
You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
Hours, pay and setting
Full Time: $18-$20 per hour
Devereux's Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP) provides social and vocational programs/services for young adults (21+ years), diagnosed with Autism, who have aged out of the educational system. Office location is in Wayne, PA; the position is community-based and field-based. Hours are Monday–Friday day shift, with some flexibility depending on activities, events and caseload.
The Employment Integration Specialist coordinates and facilitates access to clients in CAAPP and the Community Supported Employment Program (CSE). Ensures that authorizations for services are obtained and revised. Establishes and maintains community-based sites to be utilized as vocational opportunities for assigned individuals. Provides job assessment, career development, skill training and individualized support in obtaining, maintaining and enhancing community-based employment and social activities/participation. Monitors service delivery, utilization and team cohesiveness. Evaluates and uses data to support the continuing need for services.
Health and safety
Devereux is committed to the health and safety of our staff. All Devereux centers have infectious-disease and emergency-management plans tailored to address communicable disease prevention including COVID-19. Learn More: https://jobs.devereux.org/#covid
Keywords : vocational rehabilitation, OVR, job coach, work trainer, case management, social work, BSW, autism
Qualifications
Education
: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Science, Vocational/Rehabilitation Education, Psychology, Education or related field required.
Experience
: Two years’ experience working with adolescents and/or adults with an autism spectrum disorder. Experience with ABA instructional methods, case management and/or counseling experience preferred. Excellent communication skills and problem solving skills required. Must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service. Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing demands of the position, customer needs, and the organization. Proficient computer skills and mastery in Microsoft Office applications. Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years of age.
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to reduce risk of abuse in the organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with authorities to the fullest extent possible.
Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services and leadership in behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ people every year.
Our Mission : Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations
We are committed to servant leadership and a welcoming, inclusive work environment across all programs and services. We strive to provide challenging and rewarding work and a positive team environment.
What Devereux Offers You
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees and eligible family members. Benefits eligibility starts after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer:
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventive care and mental health services (including telemedicine).
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (accrual from the first day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work.
Devereux is a drug-free workplace; drug screening is required. EOE.
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Are you searching for a position that allows you to mentor, coach and direct young adults with Autism to improve their social and vocational skills/opportunities? Do you enjoy networking with the community and are able to find resources?
If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team.
Being an Employment Integration Specialist at Devereux has its Advantages
You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
Hours, pay and setting
Full Time: $18-$20 per hour
Devereux's Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP) provides social and vocational programs/services for young adults (21+ years), diagnosed with Autism, who have aged out of the educational system. Office location is in Wayne, PA; the position is community-based and field-based. Hours are Monday–Friday day shift, with some flexibility depending on activities, events and caseload.
The Employment Integration Specialist coordinates and facilitates access to clients in CAAPP and the Community Supported Employment Program (CSE). Ensures that authorizations for services are obtained and revised. Establishes and maintains community-based sites to be utilized as vocational opportunities for assigned individuals. Provides job assessment, career development, skill training and individualized support in obtaining, maintaining and enhancing community-based employment and social activities/participation. Monitors service delivery, utilization and team cohesiveness. Evaluates and uses data to support the continuing need for services.
Health and safety
Devereux is committed to the health and safety of our staff. All Devereux centers have infectious-disease and emergency-management plans tailored to address communicable disease prevention including COVID-19. Learn More: https://jobs.devereux.org/#covid
Keywords : vocational rehabilitation, OVR, job coach, work trainer, case management, social work, BSW, autism
Qualifications
Education
: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Science, Vocational/Rehabilitation Education, Psychology, Education or related field required.
Experience
: Two years’ experience working with adolescents and/or adults with an autism spectrum disorder. Experience with ABA instructional methods, case management and/or counseling experience preferred. Excellent communication skills and problem solving skills required. Must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service. Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing demands of the position, customer needs, and the organization. Proficient computer skills and mastery in Microsoft Office applications. Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years of age.
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to reduce risk of abuse in the organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with authorities to the fullest extent possible.
Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services and leadership in behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ people every year.
Our Mission : Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations
We are committed to servant leadership and a welcoming, inclusive work environment across all programs and services. We strive to provide challenging and rewarding work and a positive team environment.
What Devereux Offers You
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees and eligible family members. Benefits eligibility starts after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer:
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventive care and mental health services (including telemedicine).
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (accrual from the first day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work.
Devereux is a drug-free workplace; drug screening is required. EOE.
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