Employment Specialist - Vocational Support Services Developmentally Disabled

Employment Specialist - Vocational Support Services for Developmentally Disabled

Department:
Developmental Disabled Vocational Support Services (90900)

Report to:
Program Director

Location: 151 Lawrence Street

Hours:
Full Time – 35 hours per week;
Day shift M-F

Salary Range : $45,000 to $45,000

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

ABOUT BCS:

Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self-sufficiency in adults. With programs in 27+ locations and 400 employees BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year.

Position Summary:

The Employment Specialist assists individuals with developmental disabilities develop work readiness skills necessary to secure and maintain community-based employment.

Responsibilities:

• Run work readiness groups utilizing the Fed-Cap Get Ready™ curriculum and other vocational-based modules and curriculums.
• Provide individual counseling and case management services.
• Provide supervision at the volunteer sites and workplace.
• Maintain client charts and assure all documents are up to date and organized cohesively.
• Complete daily progress notes and maintain daily attendance via APRICOT Database System.
• Complete monthly reports and other required documentation before deadlines.
• Maintain ongoing contact with referral sources and other service providers.
• Prepare a referral packet for ACCES‑VR, OPWDD services as applicable.
• Participate in vendor fairs and other program recruitment events as necessary.
• Complete intakes for the DDVSS program.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in the Human Services related field.
• Experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with staff across programs and community agencies.
• Must pass OPWDD Fingerprinting and Background Check.
• BCS and Turning Point require that all employees entering the workplace be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is granted as a medical or religious accommodation.

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.