Supportive Employment Specialist (BACHELORS DEGREE REQUIRED!) Job at Avenues, Pottsville, PA

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  • Avenues
  • Pottsville, PA

Job Description

SCHEDULE: (Full-Time) Monday-Friday (8 AM - 3:30 PM)

General Duties:

  • Will comply with all agency policies & procedures
  • Will advocate for the health & wellbeing of all program consumers
  • Will report any unsafe or hazardous condition immediately
  • Will report any suspected neglect or abuse immediately
  • Will complete required training hours
  • Will work hours as stated on the job description
  • Will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager

Program Specific Duties:

  • Will be responsible for job development & job placement
  • Will plan & implement job specific skill training
  • Will assess areas of need & interest for assigned consumers
  • Will provide assistance, training & supervision to assist the consumer in adapting to the workplace
  • Will provide job counseling to assigned consumers
  • Will assist with job related transportation arrangements
  • Will actively market this service in a professional manner
  • Will complete Community Based Work Assessments
  • Will receive referrals from OVR, SAM & Ticket to Work; & keep OCR, other funding sources & Ticket to Work updated on progress of placements monthly.
  • Will visit Career Link on a regular basis to keep informed of job vacancies, job fairs, etc.
  • Will meet with each client bi-monthly
  • Will provide follow up to individuals who have been placed into competitive jobs
  • Will prepare & submit billing for Supported Employment to the appropriate agencies
  • Will provide assistance with Home & Community Habilitation scheduling & paperwork when necessary
  • Travel between programs & other organizations on an as needed basis or directed by supervisor/manager

Transition Services:

  • Will work with local school districts related to school to work transition activities
  • Will participate in the Transition Council, Employability Fair & Transition Fair
  • Will conduct student assessments & inform families/parents about Avenue's services
  • Will refer students to SAM or OVR, whichever agency is appropriate

Requirements:

  • Acceptable results on all pre-employment testing & background checks
  • Ability to comply with all physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Valid PA Driver's License, acceptable driving record, access to a reliable vehicle with proof of auto insurance & auto registration
  • Bachelor's Degree & 2 years applicable work experience or High School Diploma & 4 years of applicable work experience or any equivalent combination of education & experience
  • Ability to work independently

BENEFITS:

  • Sign on bonus
  • Referral bonus program
  • No cost health insurance / benefits (start first day of employment)
  • Paid major holidays
  • Paid training
  • Generous (PTO) program
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Avenues is an equal opportunity employer.

*Applications can also be directly emailed to Avenues HR Manager - bhorn@sam-inc.org*

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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