Workforce Development Specialist bei Independent Living Inc

Description

Workforce Development Specialist

Newburgh, NY

Reports to:

Regional Director of Peer Services

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 9a-5p

Pay Rate: $25.00/hr

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Paid holidays from the first day of employment

Paid lunch break

Why Work with Us?

Since 1987, Independent Living Inc. (ILI) has been increasing access, encouraging self-determination, and advocating for the rights of people with disabilities in the Hudson Valley, of New York. Following the traditional independent living center (ILC) model, the majority of ILI’s board and staff are individuals with disabilities and community members’ lives are enriched by having services provided from a peer, life-experience perspective. 

When you work with us, you're helping to make a real difference in people’s lives. If you are a dedicated professional with a strong administrative background and a commitment to excellence, punctuality, and service, we welcome your application to join our mission-driven organization. We’re committed to inclusion, equity, and building a team as diverse as the people we serve.

Your Experience Matters

The Workforce Development Specialist is primarily responsible for educating individuals in the community on the Peer workforce career path, facilitating employment training of individual peers with substance use disorder. The Workforce Development Specialist will hold information sessions and conduct outreaches at local colleges and other locations on a regular basis to acquaint participants with potential peer positions and the skill sets required to attain such positions as well as the purpose of the Hudson Valley Peer Workforce Development Hub.

What You’ll Do

• Outreach and develop relationships with colleges and universities in the 7 county Hudson Valley region. 
• Conduct orientation and presentations to educate community members about the Peer services career path. 
• Outreach and develop relationships with community-based organizations that host groups or events for individuals who have the potential to have an interest in exploring a career in Peer services. 
• Assist individuals 1:1 navigate the Peer certifications as requested. 
• Facilitate individual and group sessions and/or training focused on employment readiness.
• Monitors and records participant and program data.
• Assists participants in connecting with vocational support for which they may be eligible examples include- ACCES-VR, Commission for the Blind, DOL One Stop, College/ University Career Services. 
• Conducts ACCES-VR orientations as needed. 
• The above list of responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive, other responsibilities and/or training may be assigned or required. 

Requirements

It Would Be a Plus if You Also Have Any of the Following

• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA).
• Knowledge of services in Orange, Rockland, Dutchess, Ulster, Westchester, Putnam & Sullivan counties. 
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) or ASL capabilities.

If you see yourself in this role, even if you’re not sure you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Independent Living, Inc. offers full-time employees excellent medical, dental and vision benefits, company matched 401(k), paid holidays, generous paid time off, and competitive wages.

To apply, visit us at https://www.myindependentliving.org/careers/

We strongly encourage individuals with disabilities and those with diverse backgrounds to apply.

ILI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's race, religion, creed, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship or immigration status. arrest or conviction record or any other status protected by federal or state law.