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Employment Specialist ( Part-Time)

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Location: Wrightsville, PA, United States
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Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring Employment Specialists (PT) in Wrightsville/Lancaster, PA to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment. The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement. 
Starting pay is $18.50/hour 
FT new hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $500.00, and PT new hires are eligible for $250.00, after working all scheduled hours with no unexcused call outs, complete all required trainings, and fulfill all required trainings. Additionally, must successfully pass the 90-day introductory/probationary period per the ED’s approval including performance standards.
Responsibilities
  • Provide the necessary assistance for people with disabilities to be placed in competitive employment
  • Coach the person with disabilities to develop independent job skills
  • Work side-by-side with persons with disabilities at job sites
  • Reinforce essential skills, or teach new skills such as developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application
  • Accurately complete all documentation
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned 
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation 
Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Two years’ full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities 
  • Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record 
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing 
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 
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction 
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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