Program Developer- Employment Services

at  ABILITIES FIRST INC

PAY RATE: $17.05 TO $19.05 PER HOUR

Abilities First, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.
Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds, and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming, and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender, and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Abilities First is seeking a full time Program Developer. The Program Developer’s primary function is to facilitate the transition for adults to competitive employment with the goal being community based, paid employment. Additionally, to obtain and or create qualitative, community-based employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and maintain employer relationships for future placement possibilities. This will be achieved through establishing a network of relationships with the local business community and related agencies.

• Have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, squat, bend the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques).
• Assist individuals in ambulation by providing physical assistance, which may include pushing of wheelchairs.
• Have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Possess verbal and written communication skills, in English, to ensure adequate regulatory documentation