Supported Employment Specialist
Company: Community Options, Inc.
Location: El Paso
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
*Community Options, Inc.* is a national non-profit agency
providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.
We are hiring a Part time *Employment Specialist* in *El Paso,
TX.*The *Employment Specialist* uses best practices and technology
within a community based employment setting to supervise and train
people with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the
physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to
perform specific job tasks, work routine, and personal life
activities critical to employment success. Using the least
intrusive methods possible on the job, their objective is to
gradually reduce the time spent at the job site, as the individual
becomes better adjusted and more independent.This position requires
travel throughout Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Monroe
Counties*Requirements: ** Bachelor's degree in related field
preferred. High School Diploma/GED required.* 2 year experience in
related field* Valid driver's license with good driving record*
Satisfactory criminal background*Responsibilities: ** Provides the
necessary assistance for the individual to be placed in competitive
employment and maintain employment.* Teaches the employee
independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis
and job specific supports, including assistive technology and
personal assistance.* Assists individuals in reinforcing essential
skills, or teaching new skills appropriate to developing a resume,
conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job
application.* Works side by side with newly placed individual at
the job site, analyzing the job and breaking it into manageable
components.* Completes any unfinished work of the employee during
the initial training.* Identifies and solves problems before they
become a crisis for the individual, employer or co-workers.* Builds
a support network between the individuals and community members.*
Communicates employee's progress to the employer and support
people, including family, residential staff and other
professionals.* Accurately completes all in-house
documentation.*What We Offer: ** Insurance Options (Medical,
Dental, Vision)* Paid Holidays - Including a Birthday Holiday*
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)* Employee Incentive & Discount
Programs* 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match* Exceptional
Career Growth Opportunities*If you have any questions, please don't
hesitate to contact our friendly staff at the El Paso office!*
*Phone Number: * 915-771-7764*Please Visit Our Website to Complete
an Online Application! *www.comop.orgCommunity Options is an Equal
Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V*#IND-EL*Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:*
Dental insurance* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life
insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shift*
Monday to Friday* Weekend availabilityWork Location: One
location
Keywords: Community Options, Inc., El Paso , Supported Employment Specialist, Human Resources , El Paso, Texas
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