Employment Specialist at Lumibility

Westbrook, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Career Exploration, Job Placement, Career Counseling, Coaching/Support, Advocacy, Resume Writing, Interview Preparation, Training, Monitoring, Data Management, Problem Solving, Communication, Confidentiality, Independent Work, Teamwork

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description The Employment Specialist will work with individuals with disabilities in securing meaningful employment and providing and/or arranging the necessary job supports to ensure success. Pay Rate: $21.00/hour Hours: Full time 40 hours/week Essential Functions (not limited to): Meet employment needs of assigned caseload, including: career exploration, job placement, career counseling, on and offsite coaching/support, and advocacy. Assist and advise individuals with career development, including but not limited to: resume writing, interview preparation, and best career practices. Train, support and monitor individuals at employment sites. Transport and/or assist in securing appropriate transportation for individuals to secure employment. Ensure each individual has a current and comprehensive electronic data base for all employment related information: assessments, work history, resume, job applications, interviews, positions, and employers. Work in varying locations as needed, this is a community-based position. Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred. High school diploma required Minimum of 2 years of experience providing employment and/or transition supports to people with differing abilities. Must be able to provide support and services utilizing community based resources. Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license, have an acceptable driving history and be able to utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility’s policy. Preferred Knowledge and Skills: Skill in supervising and training, planning and organizing, problem solving Effectively write and communicate in a courteous and professional manner Attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities, problem-solve effectively, maintain confidentiality, use adaptive and other equipment Ability to read and understand budgets and financial information, work successfully independently and in a team environment, and work flexible hours in varying locations as needed Required Physical Effort: Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day. Benefits: Lumibility offers a competitive benefits program including: Medical; HSA; Dental; Vision; Voluntary Life/AD&D; Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability; 401K with up to 5% matching contribution. Lumibility is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Employment Specialist will assist individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment by providing career exploration, job placement, counseling, and on/offsite coaching. This role involves training, supporting, and monitoring individuals at their employment sites while maintaining comprehensive electronic records of all employment-related information.