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ARC Broward

Employment Specialist (Job Coach)

ARC Broward, Oakland Park, Florida, United States

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Employment Specialist (Job Coach)- Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Pay Range: $18.50-$19.23/hour

Are you passionate about helping adults with developmental disabilities and their families? Do you want to grow your career with a supportive and innovative organization? If so, Arc Broward is the place for you!

About Us:

Arc Broward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with developmental disabilities and other life challenges.

Why Work at Arc Broward We put the

CARE

in

CAREER ! We are a leader in developmental disabilities services. We offer a mission-driven, supportive, and innovative work environment. We value our team members and foster a people-first culture. We provide top-notch training through our Arc Educates program. We prioritize professional growth, recognition, and appreciation events. About the Role: Employment Specialist

Provide job coaching services to the program participants which includes, learning and teaching a wide variety of job tasks and work safety skills; serving as an advocate and liaison between the employer and consumer; and assessing the program participant's needs on the job site as they arise. Complete and submit documentation of work activities. Mentor and motivate the participants to perform their job functions efficiently and thoroughly. Be a positive role model and ambassador of Arc Broward, while always maintaining appropriate behaviors. Perks & Benefits:

Generous Paid Time Off:

26 days (5 weeks!) of PTO per year Employee Referral Bonuses Paid Training & Certifications Comprehensive Medical Coverage

including HSA with employer matching & FSA options Comprehensive Dental & Vision Coverage Employer-Paid Life Insurance

with option to increase coverage voluntarily Short/Long Term Disability Voluntary Insurance Plans

including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Aid & ID Theft Retirement Plan

with employer matching Employee Assistance Program

for you and your immediate family Ongoing Professional Development

through Arc Educates What are the requirements?

An Associate's Degree with two years' work experience in job placement, job coaching or counseling required A Bachelor's Degree with at least one year work experience in Job placement or a Master's six months' working experience as described above. Must successfully complete the extensive training required by the funders, including two pre-service online courses. Valid FL driver's license and successful Level II background check, physical and drug screen. Reliable, consistent work attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position.

Keywords:

Developmental Disabilities, Workforce Services, Career Services, Resume Building, Employment Services, Supported Employment

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.