Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are seeking a dynamic Supported Employment Specialist in Binghamton ,NY to work within a community-based employment setting to assist in supervising and training our individuals on how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed for successful employment.

Starting pay is $17.00/ hour

Employment Specialist Responsibilities:

• Provide the necessary assistance for the individual to be placed in competitive employment and maintain employment.
• Assist individuals in reinforcing essential skills, or teaching new skills appropriate to developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application.
• Work side by side with the individual at their job site to ensure it is broken down into manageable components.
• Complete any unfinished work of the employee during the initial training process.
• Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers.
• Build a support network between the individuals and community members.
• Communicate employee’s progress to the employer, family, residential staff, and other professionals.

Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years related work experience.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of employer expectations and local job market.
• Valid Drivers’ License.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.

Send resume to: RESUMES-ST@COMOP.ORG

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V