Career Development Program Manager, BRS

At Ability Beyond, you can be Accepted, Celebrated, & Impactful!

Location: Waterbury Office (Waterbury, Oxford, Torrington)

Hours: M-F 8:30A-4:30P FLEX (Full Time)

Salary: $55,000 Yearly

Responsibilities:

• Supervises the employment specialists within career development team. Duties pertaining to training, hiring, and managing of team members.
• Collects, monitors, and/or completes documentation of required paperwork in response to BRS (Bureau of Rehabilitation Services) funded contracts in a timely manner.
• Works alongside assistant services director/ services manager in pursuing new funder streams, new grants/ proposals with evolving department change and growth.
• Proactively responds to case management needs and represents Ability Beyond and individuals served through job developing and community outreach.
• Accepts referrals for individuals served and helps to monitor and provide employment plans written by the assigned staff (short-term, long-term, personal goals, and progresses made).

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
• Flexible work schedules and overtime available that allow for work life balance
• Access to an Employee Assistant 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
• Have work experience or a working knowledge of BRS directly (Bureau of Rehabilitation Services)
• Must have at least two (2) years of related experience as an Employment Specialist or a background in business. Two (2) years’ experience in the health services field is also required

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