Career Services - Career Counselor/Employment Specialist
Company: Open Sky Community Services
Location: Worcester
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Career Services - Career Counselor/Employment
SpecialistUS-MA-WorcesterJob ID: 2024-9083Type: Regular Full-Time#
of Openings: 1Category: Supported Living / Case Management288 Grove
Street - AdministrationOverviewAt Open Sky Community Services, we
open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every
individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the
chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.Open Sky is on an
anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing
inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for
ALL. At Open Sky, you'll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly
trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices
to work in ways that positively impact our communities across
Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed
organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to
the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged,
and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is
focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse
perspectives. Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and
benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with
Open Sky today! Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:
- Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional
Development, and Training Opportunities
- Generous paid time off plan - you start with 29 days (almost 6
weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases
to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days
(OVER 8 WEEKS!)
- We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition
Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human
Services certifications.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription
Plan
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
- Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Program
- And more! Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state
employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered
for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin,
religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled
Veteran status. PM24IND123ResponsibilitiesOpen Sky Career Services
is a wrap-around service model which provides active participation
in high level collaboration, coordination and communication with
all partners that serve individuals receiving supports through
Competitive Integrated Employment Services (CIES). Our goal is to
ensure that all resources are leveraged so that all adults with
disabilities can maximize their economic self-sufficiency through
creating and reaching their employment objectives. Career
Counselors follow the guidelines and components of the Competitive
Integrated Employment Services model to support individuals in
stabilizing their employment and reach successful employment
outcomes. They also assist individuals with integrated employment
opportunities specific to individuals in their Career Plan based on
their interests, skills, abilities, and needs. Other Key
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with MassAbility and Department of Transitional
Assistance to determine individuals employment and/or educational
goals.
- Determine individuals' vocational readiness through the
development of relevant skills including completion of job
applications, resume writing and interview preparation.
- Operate as a representative of Open Sky in meetings with
funders related to work responsibilities and support for
individuals served.
- Assist individuals in accessing and obtaining information about
their benefits such as SSI, SSDI and others. Help individuals
understand how benefits may affect their employment.Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
- Valid Driver's License, acceptable driving record and reliable
transpiration, required.
- Minimum of two years experience working with individuals with
disabilities (including behavioral health challenges),
required.
- Must be willing to become a Certified Employment Specialist
upon hire. Open Sky provides and pays for this certification!
Bicultural/Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply! Compensation
details: 21 Hourly WagePI1858cddf6f55-31181-34287505
Keywords: Open Sky Community Services, Woonsocket , Career Services - Career Counselor/Employment Specialist, Other , Worcester, Rhode Island
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