Employment Specialist en Access Services

Access Services is seeking an Employment Specialist to join the team in our ALTEC Employment Services program! The ideal candidate is a caring and supportive individual who wants their work to make an impact in the community. The role of an Employment Specialist is to help clients with disabilities to find competitive employment. This may include completing assessments, assisting with resume writing, practicing interview skills, filling out applications and accompanying them on an interview. Once an individual participating in our program becomes employed, the role of the Employment Specialist is to help them learn the skills of their new job and provide continuing services as needed to maintain their employment.

Work Schedule and Location:

• As an Employment Specialist, the schedule will primarily be Monday-Friday during normal business hours but may differ due to the nature of our program. Your preferred schedule can be discussed with our hiring team!
• This role requires driving regularly between cases. We offer mileage reimbursement and paid travel time between worksites.
• The Employment Specialist will have cases primarily in the Plymouth Meeting, Norristown, and Landale areas. Our office is based in Hatfield, PA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure own proper conduct and fair representation of Access Services.
• Report any operational or staff concerns according to Agency established policies and procedures.
• Provide accurate and timely communication to program management regarding an individual and his/her family.
• Maintain daily log and other documentation as requested by supervisor.
• Complete annual training requirements in a timely manner.

• Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner at all times as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Safety Program Policy.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, and work scheduled overtime, or be available for unplanned overtime as necessary, to meet program needs.

Requirements

Candidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria, including background checks, physical examination results, and clearances. 

• Driving requirements:

• A valid driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours. 
• A U.S. driver’s license for at least two years (not including time with a permit). 
• Must be listed as a driver on a valid auto insurance policy. 
• Education:
• A high school diploma or GED. 
• Experience:
• Experience in public relations, human services, rehabilitation, human resources, employment, counseling, education, or a related field preferred.
• Certification:
• ACRE or CESP preferred. Access Services will provide training if the certificates are not already obtained by the candidate.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Familiarity with methods and materials for education/training of individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to work effectively with people and be a productive member of a team.
• Ability to physically support/assist individuals with physical disabilities.  
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn and use, workplace applications, platforms and technologies, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Smartphone/iPad, and our Electronic Healthcare Record System.
• Ability to appropriately and successfully use the service desk ticketing system.
• Ability to navigate network drives and basic hardware use and troubleshooting. 

Essential Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and/or support with individual(s). Stand, sit or run by self, or to provide proper care and supervision with an individual. Able to move and stay with an individual to keep them safe, both in home environment and community, both at near and far distances, even when an individual may struggle to meet identified expectations. Able to assist an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size. Walk, climb stairs by self, or to provide direct care and/or support. Work in a standard office environment. Utilize desktop computer equipment on a daily basis. Able to lift or move items associated with sedentary work and light work (exert up to 20 lbs.) Travel to offsite locations and regional office locations if necessary.  

Benefits

Compensation and Schedule:

• This is an hourly full-time position that starts at $18/hour, with increases based on education and experience in the field.

• This role will primarily work Monday-Friday during normal business hours, with flexibility as needed.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Mileage Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement, 401k match.
• Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental insurances
• 401k match, Tuition Reimbursement
• 20 Days Paid Time Off plus additional time with continued service. Paid Holiday Time. Catastrophic Sick Leave (CSL)
• Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability

Why work for Access Services?

We offer an inclusive, supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development, career growth and a team that truly cares about the work they do, the people they support and their team members.
Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and do not restrict management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.