What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at RCIL?
Annual Non-Exempt Salary: $37,856
35 hour work week
Job Duties:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Assist participants with job-readiness skills and job development including resume-building, communication, interviewing skills and the employment application process.
- Discover the participants skill set to ensure appropriate job matches.
- Network with local employers to increase opportunities for participants.
- Provide participants with on-the-job training including interaction with supervisors and co-workers.
- Provide long-term job retention support for individuals.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- A combination of education and experience will be taken into consideration.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Minimum of one year of experience providing vocational and employment services to individuals with disabilities.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of or experience working with ADA, ACCES-VR, OPWDD, OMH and the employment market.
Benefits:
- 16 annual vacation days, 12 annual sick days, and 13 annual paid holidays
- 401K with up to 10% employer investment
- Agency Contribution with copay
- LifeLock
- Wellness program
- Free covered parking
- Multiple work schedules available
- Heavily subsidized health/vision/dental insurance
- Additional benefits available
RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Travel Required: Yes
Location: Utica, NY
Salary : $37,856
Employment Specialist II
The Arc Oneida-Lewis -
Utica, NY
