Employment Specialist
Full-Time Opportunity Available!
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus!
Are you passionate about helping others achieve their goals and find meaningful employment? Join Arc of Onondaga as an Employment Specialist, where you'll provide job coaching and career support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this rewarding role, you'll promote inclusion, motivation, and job retention-empowering people to succeed in the workplace and in life.
What You'll Do:
Provide individualized job coaching and support to people receiving employment services.
Encourage skill-building, independence, and workplace inclusion.
Partner with employers to promote successful job placements and retention.
Assist in career planning and goal-setting for individuals seeking employment.
What We Offer:
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus
Work-life balance with generous paid time off: 12 paid holidays per year, plus vacation, sick, and personal days
Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with employer match
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Tuition reimbursement for continued learning
Paid training and professional development
A rewarding career with room to grow
Qualifications Include:
Associate's Degree in Human Services or a related field (preferred)
Minimum 1 year of experience working with people with disabilities
Or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the above
Valid NYS Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Arc of Onondaga is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.