At Ability Beyond, you can be Accepted, Celebrated, & Impactful! Location: Torrington and Waterbury Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30 FLEX (Full Time) Salary: $42,640 / year Travel Requirements: Around 150 to 175 miles biweekly (gas milage reimbursement) Responsibilities: + Provide vocational supports using the Individual Placement and Support Evidence Based Model to clients referred through the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. + No day is the same in career development, which keeps it exciting! As an Employment Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting clients in finding integrated, competitive employment. + You will network to identify opportunities in the individual's preferred field, provide supplemental training for the clients on the job, and provide support to help clients maintain their employment. + Responsibilities include goal setting, resume writing, interview skill building, soft skills and job coaching, and networking with businesses through job developing. + Occasionally provide transportation to clients to job sites for interviews in a safe manner. + Documentation includes consistently and accurately completing all require Ability Beyond and funder documentation to expected standards. + You will provide ongoing follow up for each job placement including site visits, and arranged meetings away from work sites. + This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get into human services, recent college graduates, someone looking for a non-office-based role, or anyone looking for a career change. Benefits: + Extensive paid training and certification program + Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance) + Paid time off (increases over years of service) + Self-directed retirement plan options (403B) + PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility + Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources + Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives + Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties + Employee mentorship program + Opportunities for growth and advancement + A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in the human service field. May substitute no less than eight (8) years of related work experience for the Bachelor’s degree. + Valid Driver’s License is required + Requires daily use of registered, insured vehicle for transportation of clients served + Experience or interest in human services or health services preferred To see the day in the life of an Employment Specialist at Ability Beyond, click the link here: Career Development - Life of An Employment Specialist (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLUarkFlG34)