Employment Specialist
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UCP Central PA
Camp Hill, PA, US
Summary
The Employment Specialist supports individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining competitive, community-based employment. Responsibilities include providing on-site job coaching, developing individualized employment plans, and building relationships with local employers.
Job Description
Overview
Employment Specialist, Employment Services
Status: Part-time, under 20 hours per weekSchedule: Monday - Friday 9am-4pm with occasional weekendsLocation: Camp HillPay: $24.00 per hour
What We’re Looking For:
- 6 months to 2 years of job coaching or related experience
- Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism
- Valid driver’s license with at least 6 months of driving experience
- Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
- 18 years of age
- Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand English
- Ability to work independently with strong time management skills
- Preferred: ACRE or CESP certification, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
As an Employment Specialist, you’ll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in finding and keeping meaningful employment in their community. You’ll provide coaching, encouragement, and hands-on support that helps people build confidence, develop skills, and succeed in the workplace.
What You’ll Do:
- Support individuals in finding and maintaining competitive, community-based employment
- Assist with job applications, interview preparation, and job readiness skills
- Provide on-site job coaching, training, and ongoing support at worksites
- Build relationships with employers to support successful job placements
- Communicate with individuals, families, and employers to help maintain stability and success on the job
- Encourage independence, confidence, and strong decision-making skills
- Develop and follow individualized employment plans based on each person’s strengths, goals, and interests
- Observe progress and provide guidance, feedback, and support as needed
Why UCP?
- Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals.
- Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
- Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.
- Same day pay available through Tapcheck
- Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition
- Refer & earn $1,000!
Join Our Team!
Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.
UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected].
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UCP Central PA has been creating opportunities for people of all ages with all types of disabilities for nearly seventy years.
Today our nearly 1,500 employees deliver on our mission as we empower 1,500 people with diverse abilities each year to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We are planting seeds daily until we achieve our vision of a community that embrace’s every individuals’ abilities.
We encourage a life without limits for people who are born with a disability, acquire a disability through illness, accident or injury, or are aging into a disability through our comprehensive service offerings.
• We offer children who are experiencing delays in meeting developmental milestones various therapies to help them reach their full potential
• We deliver a broad system of support for the entire family including grandparents and siblings
• We provide the support, resources, and access that helps people secure, maintain, and succeed at competitive, meaningful employment
• We help people lead more independent, full, and engaging lives while volunteering, working, shopping, or participating in recreational opportunities
• We are building strong community connections by matching each person’s strengths, preferences, and abilities with available local opportunities
• We provide a place to call home, and a nurturing and supportive family environment rich with life experiences for people
• We provide the opportunity for people to manage their own supports and services
• We restore and refurbish home medical equipment and assistive technology devices and redistribute to the community free of charge
• We make everyday living easier, and otherwise impossible tasks possible for people
Founded
1953
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Camp Hill, PA
UCP Central PA has been creating opportunities for people of all ages with all types of disabilities for nearly seventy years.
Today our nearly 1,500 employees deliver on our mission as we empower 1,500 people with diverse abilities each year to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We are planting seeds daily until we achieve our vision of a community that embrace’s every individuals’ abilities.
We encourage a life without limits for people who are born with a disability, acquire a disability through illness, accident or injury, or are aging into a disability through our comprehensive service offerings.
• We offer children who are experiencing delays in meeting developmental milestones various therapies to help them reach their full potential
• We deliver a broad system of support for the entire family including grandparents and siblings
• We provide the support, resources, and access that helps people secure, maintain, and succeed at competitive, meaningful employment
• We help people lead more independent, full, and engaging lives while volunteering, working, shopping, or participating in recreational opportunities
• We are building strong community connections by matching each person’s strengths, preferences, and abilities with available local opportunities
• We provide a place to call home, and a nurturing and supportive family environment rich with life experiences for people
• We provide the opportunity for people to manage their own supports and services
• We restore and refurbish home medical equipment and assistive technology devices and redistribute to the community free of charge
• We make everyday living easier, and otherwise impossible tasks possible for people
Founded
1953
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Camp Hill, PA
