Supported Employment – Job Developer – FT – GLOW Position Available In Genesee, New York

Supported Employment

• Job Developer
• FT•GLOW
  Req #8877
  Genesee County, NY, USA•
  Orleans County, NY, USA
  Job Description
  Posted Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
  Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families.

We have a variety of full and part-time jobs available and are looking for candidates who are eager to learn. Our employees receive a range of benefits including health insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401K, generous paid time-off and continuing education support!

Summary:

The Job Developer focuses on securing competitive, integrated employment and unpaid internship opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Job Developer is responsible for completing intake activities, reporting for ACCES-VR and OPWDD and for matching job seekers, volunteers and unpaid interns to well-suited, goal-oriented opportunities in the community.

Essential Functions:

Building relationships with employers: Identifying businesses with suitable job openings and fostering partnerships to promote inclusive hiring practices.
Marketing job seekers to potential employers
Negotiating job accommodations and support
Assist and support people to build positive relationships in their community.
Understanding individual needs: Assessing the skills, interests, and support needs of each job seeker with disabilities to find the right job match.
Assisting with vocational assessments as necessary.
Developing individualized employment plans as necessary.
Providing job readiness training: Assisting with resume writing, interview skills, and on-the-job training to ensure success in the workplace.
Provide needed support and encouragement for people served to advocate for their needs and rights.
Provide training on appropriate grooming and hygiene for work as necessary.
Offering ongoing support: Providing support to both the employee and employer to ensure job retention and satisfaction.
Provide job coaching and follow-along services as necessary
Communicate professionally with people receiving services, families and the community as necessary.
Complete all the required paperwork and daily documentation as needed including required reports, checklists, progress notes etc.
Provided transportation to people served as necessary.
Complete all required Agency Training per agency policy
Adhere to all Agency and Program Policies and Procedures.
Participate in corporate compliance and quality assurance activities as required.
Other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Attend Life Plan meetings and team meetings for people receiving services as requested.
Participate in Agency committees.
Administer medications as trained and as designated.
Loading and unloading buses.

Reporting Responsibilities:

Reports to:

Genesee & Orleans Counties:

Supported Employment Manager

Livingston & Wyoming Counties:

Sr Director of Day & Employment Services

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to instruct others on vocational, advocacy and daily living skills.
Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
Ability to interact professionally with business owners and leaders in the community.
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain composure under pressure.
Serve as a role model and represent the agency positively in the community.
Ability to use a computer or mobile device to access email and required software.
Ability to self-initiate projects and function autonomously as a leader when needed.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 pounds, and to stand, sit, kneel, and stoop
Ability to assist an adult with personal care needs
Be physically able to assist individuals in transferring from wheelchair to another seat when needed
Ability to assist individuals with ambulation
Ability to move chairs, tables and access storage areas.
Ability to drive.

Working Conditions:

May involve frequent travel to off-site locations including job/volunteer locations, community recreational sites and personal residences.
May require evening and weekend work.
May require use of personal vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience working with people with disabilities in an employment setting preferred
Valid NYS driver’s license with a safe driving record per agency policy
Job Details
Job Family
Arc GLOW
Pay Type
Hourly
Hiring Min Rate
20.25 USD
Genesee County, NY, USA,
Orleans County, NY, USA