Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Education Consultant ~ Full-Time with Benefits

Do you want to assist someone with a disability to obtain and maintain employment? You will make a difference in their success!

We are looking for a self-starter who is dedicated to lifelong learning and is passionate about teaching individuals with disabilities how they can succeed in the workforce.

Location: 414 Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse NY

Full-time, 35-40 hours per week

$18-$20 per hour, shift differential available

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing and documenting participants’ skills, needs, and interests to determine appropriate employment opportunities and needed supports
• Researching, developing, and creating, internships and employment opportunitie
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local businesses, human resources groups, and employment networks
• Providing job coaching

Education, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma required-Bachelor degree in Education or Psychology, preferred
• Customer service, sales, or training experience preferred
• Basic technology and email skills required
• Experience working with individuals with different learning styles and abilities preferred
• Must want to work one-on-one with individuals and be excited to make a difference in the lives of others
• Two years of experience working in employment, job coaching, and/or resume building

Conditions of Employment

Must possess a valid driver’s license and transportation necessary to meet program needs. You will need to drive to job sites. Hours vary week to week. Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed. Can plan own schedule around supporting the employment needs of participants. $1 additional per hour for job coaching after 6:00pm on week days, or for weekends.

Benefits

• 403b
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Family leave
• Health insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Referral program
• Dental insurance

Why Join Us?

Career Growth: LAUNCH invests in employee development and offers opportunities for advancement.

Supportive Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

Excellent Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health, vision, dental insurance, retirement plans, Paid Time Off, and Sick Time.

Positive Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and contribute to their growth and independence.

LAUNCH is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

LAUNCH has been proudly serving the greater Onondaga County area for 38 years. Offering individualized services that foster learning, independence, and growth -- guided by the principle that learning is unique for each individual and occurs in all spheres of life. We serve and support anyone who seeks guidance in learning. This can include children, adults, families, parents, and caregivers from all backgrounds as well as learning styles.

Join LAUNCH and help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential. Together, we'll make a difference, one like at a time. Apply today!

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