Supportive Employment Specialist

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• Please visit our website: www.avenuesofpa.org

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