Employment Services Specialist
Herkimer, NY
Full Time
Mid Level
Employment Services Specialist (ESS)
At Arc Herkimer, company culture is everything! We support you in empowering people of varying abilities in their vocational goals!
Full time. 40 hours a week. Rate of pay $20 - $22.50.
Position requirements:
Vocational experience or prior work with people with disabilities is preferred.
If you LOVE teaching, sharing new experiences, and being active in the community, become an Employment Services Specialist (ESS)! Enjoy seeing people being successful in their career journey.
Responsibilities MAY include:
Career search, building pre-employment skills, and helping to maintain successful continued employment.
In addition to your typical benefits, as an ESS you can receive:
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Arc Herkimer values diversity and seeks to sustain an environment in which the unique talents of each individual can flourish and contribute to the Arc Herkimer mission. It is the policy of Arc Herkimer not to discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, ancestry, ethic group identification, traits historically associated with race, citizenship, creed, marital status, familial status, reproductive health decision making, and all other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including a known relationship or association with any member of a protected class. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, advertising, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination of employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training/development at all levels of employment.
Arc Herkimer prohibits discrimination by or against employees, interns, representatives, vendors contractors, and all other persons doing business with or for the agency.
The agency is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action in all aspects of its business and will utilize affirmative action to make employment decisions so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
At Arc Herkimer, company culture is everything! We support you in empowering people of varying abilities in their vocational goals!
Full time. 40 hours a week. Rate of pay $20 - $22.50.
Position requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Business or related course of study and one year of related experience,
- or Associates degree program in Human Services, Business or related course of study and two years of related experience
- or High School diploma with three years of related experience
- *Driver’s license is required, as well as working vehicle and willingness to drive personal vehicle
Vocational experience or prior work with people with disabilities is preferred.
If you LOVE teaching, sharing new experiences, and being active in the community, become an Employment Services Specialist (ESS)! Enjoy seeing people being successful in their career journey.
Responsibilities MAY include:
Career search, building pre-employment skills, and helping to maintain successful continued employment.
- Coach individuals through career exploration, focusing on employment goals & passions
- Empower individuals with hard and soft skill-building through hands-on curriculums
- Enhance socialization and community involvement for individuals through active volunteerism
- Increase independence by aiding in application, resume, and interview preparations
- Facilitate supportive employment by helping individuals locate and maintain positions
- Ensure continued success with on-site job coaching
In addition to your typical benefits, as an ESS you can receive:
- *Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition assistance
- Opportunities for professional development through mentorship, webinars, and more
- Employee discounts at various local businesses
- VERY generous PTO program with unlimited rollover – accrual increases with longevity
- Sick bank
- Free counseling services
- Emergency fund assistance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as other great benefits
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Arc Herkimer values diversity and seeks to sustain an environment in which the unique talents of each individual can flourish and contribute to the Arc Herkimer mission. It is the policy of Arc Herkimer not to discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, ancestry, ethic group identification, traits historically associated with race, citizenship, creed, marital status, familial status, reproductive health decision making, and all other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including a known relationship or association with any member of a protected class. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, advertising, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination of employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training/development at all levels of employment.
Arc Herkimer prohibits discrimination by or against employees, interns, representatives, vendors contractors, and all other persons doing business with or for the agency.
The agency is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action in all aspects of its business and will utilize affirmative action to make employment decisions so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
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