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Center for Disability Services Employment Specialist in Albany, New York
Employment Specialist
Direct Support Albany, New York
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Description
The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.
For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.
We are looking for an EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST to become part of our organization. Responsibilities:
Provides job development, job training (both intensive and extended), advocacy and personal support & services where necessary to individuals in the Supported Employment Program.
Able to follow directions, communicate clearly, perform simple math functions and have knowledge of basic weights and measures.
Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree or 4 years vocational experienceis required
Your NYS driver’s license must be in good standing, as this position requires usage of own vehicle.
Must be at least 18 years old to apply for this position. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
The pay range for this position is $19.50-$20.50 and is commensurate with experience.
At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.
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