- Hagerstown, MD, USA
- Hourly
- Full Time
Yes
Employment Specialist Needed
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Description:
The role of the Employment Specialist is to support people with intellectual, developmental, and physical challenges find competitive, integrated employment that is consistent with their unique set of goals. This process includes the use of individualized and customized employment processes including: Discovery activities, coordination with the person and their Employment Support Team, Community Development activities and Job Development activities; and use of the "Customized Employment" process.
- This is a hands-on full time hourly (non-exempt) position.
- Typical work schedule is M-F 8:00 am 4:00 pm. However, there may be times when it is necessary to work outside these hours if the people supported initially work evening or weekend hours, or to meet with business owners/managers to accommodate their schedule.
- Benefits Include:
- Productivity incentive
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off: 14 days the first year and 20 days the second year
- Holidays: 7 paid holidays
Requirements:
The person in this position must be enthusiastic, positive, persuasive, independent, self-motivated, and willing to take initiative. In addition, we will consider anyone who:
Employment Specialists are expected to complete specific training requirements related to Customized Employment within first twelve months of employment in order to maintain the position. Applicants also need to pass a reading comprehension and math test, a background check, and pre-employment screenings which include a drug screen and physical/fitness test. Position requires lifting and transferring (at least 50 pounds), and the ability to provide direct care and implement proper restraint techniques to ensure the health and safety of the persons served. |
