Employment Coordinator- Human Services - job 1 of 2

 Are you a caring, organized, energetic, optimistic, reliable, team player with great interpersonal skills?  COME WORK WITH US while we help build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize their full potential. 

**$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successful completion of first 90 days) **

Position: Employment Specialist 1- Full Time

Location: Bloomfield, CT

Rate of Pay: $23.84 per hour; plus $40 bi-weekly stipend for second language

Hours: 37.5Hours per week

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday 11am to 6:30pm or 12pm to 7:30pm; Schedule may fluctuate based upon program needs

Summary: 

• Use your creative job seeking skills to support people with disabilities secure and succeed in community-based employment. 
• Be part of a creative supportive team to help people with disabilities reach their vocational goals.  
• Participate in an intelligent progressive team approach working closely with State funding sources 
• Case manage and develop employment relationships between the people you support and community employers, providing access to an array of employment, job training, and educational opportunities. 
• Provide individualized supports to assist people with the employment skills they need to include; resume writing, interview skills, travel training and job etiquette. 

Qualifications:  

• High School/GED or Hi-SET plus 1-2 years related experience OR Associate’s degree plus 1 year related experience and/or training. 
• One year of human service experience desired. 
• Knowledge of and respect for diverse populations.

 Requirements: 

• Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email, and internet essential. 
• Must have a valid driver's license, 3 years driving experience, good driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants in personal vehicle. 
• Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers, offices and community organizations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule required

“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”

Full-time Viability staff members are eligible for the following:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account.
• Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch.                    
• Company paid Long-term Disability insurance.
• Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only)    
• Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.

Benefits & Perks for all Viability staff members:

• Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment.
• Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off.
• 11 Paid Holidays a year.
• Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform.
• Referral Incentive bonus. For every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each successfully hired candidate!
• Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges.
• Work-life balance.

Who We Are

Our team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.

Our Mission

Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access.

 Our Vision

Be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together.

To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.