Employment Training Specialist I

Full Time, 40 hours a week, 1st shift

Wage: $16.00-17.25/hr

The Employment Training Specialist I is responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities to maximize their vocational skills within a site-based and/or community-based setting. Using a person-centered approach, the individual will have opportunities to learn and practice job skills that will prepare him/her for future community employment opportunities. The specific duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct supports, education and training to build and expand vocational skills, habits and personal outcomes related to the world of work
• Partner with individuals served to explore interests and employment goals; identify and assist with vocational opportunities; develop soft skills and practice work skills through a variety of volunteer/work assessment opportunities, work simulation experiences, and instructional activities.
• Network with community resources to build individualized vocational experiences
• Transport and accompany individuals on community experiences
• Provide job readiness and soft skills training in group settings
• Foster and promote positive vocational skills and habits
• Assist with the development of service plans and implementing the plans as written
• Provide oversight to individuals during service hours to ensure their health and safety
• Obtain and maintain required agency training and OPWDD mandated training, staff development and agency meetings as required by the agency and/or State and Federal regulations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess good interpersonal, written, oral, and communication abilities and effective time management/organizational skills
• Be computer literate with knowledge in agency operating systems and applicable software required for department needs.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in normal work and emergency situations
• Must physically be able to perform required certifications and lift 50 pounds

• High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of experience working with the individuals with disabilities
• A valid drivers license and record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier
• Must have reliable vehicle and automobile insurance. May be required to transport program individuals in personal vehicle when an agency vehicle is unavailable.