Achieving True Self
Employment Specialist
Achieving True Self – Allegheny County, PA
ATS is growing and we are looking for Employment Specialists to join our team!
An Employment Specialist is responsible for providing job‑readiness and vocational coaching services. You will prepare your client for sustainable career opportunities and assist them in obtaining competitive integrated employment. This will include implementing established processes and use of program‑specific resources designed to support adults and transition‑age students with Autism/neurodivergent needs and other various disabilities in a variety of workplace settings. You will identify individual abilities and interests, coach on critical workplace skills, model appropriate social interactions, redirect perseverative behaviors, prepare clients for following written procedures and work instructions, interpret environmental cues, identify sensory needs, and discuss accommodations. You will also have opportunities to support the workplace by coaching coworkers, consulting with client managers, and consulting with other paid supports related to employment.
ATS is looking for candidates around the McCandless, PA area who are available part time with the ability to grow into full‑time over time. Your availability needs to be flexible to match the employment schedule of the clients you support. For this area we need candidates who are available after school hours and weekends to support our clients’ schedule needs.
The range for this position is $17–$21/hour based on commensurate experience.
Sign‑On Bonus: If you have ACRE certification upon hire, you will receive $1,000 paid after 90 days in the field. If you do not have ACRE certification, you will receive $500 paid after 90 days in the field.
Benefits
Bi‑weekly, competitive pay, along with paid time off and floating holiday hours for those who qualify.
Medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, as well as supplemental insurance and short‑term disability plans for those who qualify.
An entirely free and confidential employee assistance program that gives you access to mental health, financial health, legal services, and wellness benefits that can be used for you and your family—including a discount program such as pet insurance.
Performance reviews conducted with supervisors to foster professional development.
“Hire to Retire” approach providing tools to grow with Achieving True Self, tuition discounts, college and university partnerships, and continued education opportunities for those who want to go back for continued education.
Paid training for ACRE within the first 6 months of employment.
Celebration of differences and commitment to an inclusive company culture where team members thrive and feel valued.
Provision of technology (iPad or Chromebook) to record your data during sessions.
Travel time reimbursement; included in your total weekly hours.
Considerate client matching based on your location and your availability.
Our best perk is the chance to make a difference in the lives of our clients while working with talented and dedicated people who love what they do.
Minimum Qualifications
Education – High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Special Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
Experience – Must be at least 18 years of age. A minimum of 2‑3 years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals strongly preferred.
Driver’s License – A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with proof of car insurance, Pennsylvania vehicle registration, and a good driving record.
Certification – ACRE certification required within 6 months of employment.
Clearances – FBI Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History (Act 33), and PA Criminal History (Act 34) clearances are required by the Office of Developmental Programs.
CPR – Valid CPR certification upon hire. If CPR is not valid upon hire, CPR training will be provided.
Technology – Comfort using iPad and/or other tablet devices for documentation. General knowledge of computer systems, including Windows and Google products.
Core Responsibilities
We spend a lot of time with our clients. Success happens when we can build a strong therapeutic rapport with our clients.
Work directly with individuals or teams of adults and/or students on the Autism Spectrum or with other various disabilities to prepare for and assist with obtaining employment that aligns with the individual’s interests, skills and abilities.
Provide timely communication to clients and schedule services and meetings in accordance with established program timelines.
Complete all program documentation as assigned, including but not limited to Supported Employment Support Plans, Community Based Work Assessments, Developmental Reports, Monthly Progress Reports for worksite activities, Individual Work Plans, etc.
Provide direct training, support, and coaching for program clients in a variety of settings.
Conduct task analyses and break down tasks into manageable steps for program clients.
Support and model effective workplace communications, task completion, and problem solving with clients.
Consult with management and coworkers to adapt and best support the client in the workplace. The goal is to educate on the unique needs and strengths of your clients.
Lead Paid Work Experience (PWE) sessions for clients or experiential job try‑outs based on their individual needs and available workplace experiences.
Facilitate and participate in job shadow opportunities for individuals as authorized.
Manage time and appointments to ensure consistent and effective service delivery in accordance with program timelines.
Communicate with program leadership regarding employer outreach needs and opportunities.
Directly communicate with employers to explore opportunities for program clients and share worksite based needs.
Complete all necessary documentation associated with hours billed. You will be required to collect clinical data, compile and collect results, and complete reports based off of data collected.
Maintain eligibility for direct services through participation in essential training programs and supervision as needed.
Transport clients to/from interviews, project sites, or scheduled service locations on an as needed basis.
Be a steward of ATS’s mission, vision, values, and beliefs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Mission Achieving True Self is passionately cultivating and inspiring growth through the delivery of evidence‑based treatment to assist individuals, families, organizations, and surrounding communities in achieving their self‑defined goals. Through a supportive organizational culture focused on developing and retaining team members, we are determined to change the world by instilling hope and helping each person whose life we touch achieve their truest self. People matter – a concept so simply stated, yet powerfully embraced.
Achieving True Self is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
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An Employment Specialist is responsible for providing job‑readiness and vocational coaching services. You will prepare your client for sustainable career opportunities and assist them in obtaining competitive integrated employment. This will include implementing established processes and use of program‑specific resources designed to support adults and transition‑age students with Autism/neurodivergent needs and other various disabilities in a variety of workplace settings. You will identify individual abilities and interests, coach on critical workplace skills, model appropriate social interactions, redirect perseverative behaviors, prepare clients for following written procedures and work instructions, interpret environmental cues, identify sensory needs, and discuss accommodations. You will also have opportunities to support the workplace by coaching coworkers, consulting with client managers, and consulting with other paid supports related to employment.
ATS is looking for candidates around the McCandless, PA area who are available part time with the ability to grow into full‑time over time. Your availability needs to be flexible to match the employment schedule of the clients you support. For this area we need candidates who are available after school hours and weekends to support our clients’ schedule needs.
The range for this position is $17–$21/hour based on commensurate experience.
Sign‑On Bonus: If you have ACRE certification upon hire, you will receive $1,000 paid after 90 days in the field. If you do not have ACRE certification, you will receive $500 paid after 90 days in the field.
Benefits
Bi‑weekly, competitive pay, along with paid time off and floating holiday hours for those who qualify.
Medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, as well as supplemental insurance and short‑term disability plans for those who qualify.
An entirely free and confidential employee assistance program that gives you access to mental health, financial health, legal services, and wellness benefits that can be used for you and your family—including a discount program such as pet insurance.
Performance reviews conducted with supervisors to foster professional development.
“Hire to Retire” approach providing tools to grow with Achieving True Self, tuition discounts, college and university partnerships, and continued education opportunities for those who want to go back for continued education.
Paid training for ACRE within the first 6 months of employment.
Celebration of differences and commitment to an inclusive company culture where team members thrive and feel valued.
Provision of technology (iPad or Chromebook) to record your data during sessions.
Travel time reimbursement; included in your total weekly hours.
Considerate client matching based on your location and your availability.
Our best perk is the chance to make a difference in the lives of our clients while working with talented and dedicated people who love what they do.
Minimum Qualifications
Education – High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Special Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
Experience – Must be at least 18 years of age. A minimum of 2‑3 years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals strongly preferred.
Driver’s License – A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with proof of car insurance, Pennsylvania vehicle registration, and a good driving record.
Certification – ACRE certification required within 6 months of employment.
Clearances – FBI Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History (Act 33), and PA Criminal History (Act 34) clearances are required by the Office of Developmental Programs.
CPR – Valid CPR certification upon hire. If CPR is not valid upon hire, CPR training will be provided.
Technology – Comfort using iPad and/or other tablet devices for documentation. General knowledge of computer systems, including Windows and Google products.
Core Responsibilities
We spend a lot of time with our clients. Success happens when we can build a strong therapeutic rapport with our clients.
Work directly with individuals or teams of adults and/or students on the Autism Spectrum or with other various disabilities to prepare for and assist with obtaining employment that aligns with the individual’s interests, skills and abilities.
Provide timely communication to clients and schedule services and meetings in accordance with established program timelines.
Complete all program documentation as assigned, including but not limited to Supported Employment Support Plans, Community Based Work Assessments, Developmental Reports, Monthly Progress Reports for worksite activities, Individual Work Plans, etc.
Provide direct training, support, and coaching for program clients in a variety of settings.
Conduct task analyses and break down tasks into manageable steps for program clients.
Support and model effective workplace communications, task completion, and problem solving with clients.
Consult with management and coworkers to adapt and best support the client in the workplace. The goal is to educate on the unique needs and strengths of your clients.
Lead Paid Work Experience (PWE) sessions for clients or experiential job try‑outs based on their individual needs and available workplace experiences.
Facilitate and participate in job shadow opportunities for individuals as authorized.
Manage time and appointments to ensure consistent and effective service delivery in accordance with program timelines.
Communicate with program leadership regarding employer outreach needs and opportunities.
Directly communicate with employers to explore opportunities for program clients and share worksite based needs.
Complete all necessary documentation associated with hours billed. You will be required to collect clinical data, compile and collect results, and complete reports based off of data collected.
Maintain eligibility for direct services through participation in essential training programs and supervision as needed.
Transport clients to/from interviews, project sites, or scheduled service locations on an as needed basis.
Be a steward of ATS’s mission, vision, values, and beliefs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Mission Achieving True Self is passionately cultivating and inspiring growth through the delivery of evidence‑based treatment to assist individuals, families, organizations, and surrounding communities in achieving their self‑defined goals. Through a supportive organizational culture focused on developing and retaining team members, we are determined to change the world by instilling hope and helping each person whose life we touch achieve their truest self. People matter – a concept so simply stated, yet powerfully embraced.
Achieving True Self is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
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