Employment/Career Development Specialist

My Choice Programs is a well-established, highly regarded, and growth oriented human service agency in Worcester, serving adult developmentally challenged, acquired brain injury, and highly functioning individuals with ASD (autism spectrum disorder). My Choice Programs is driven by a philosophy of choice and committed to services which empower individuals to exercise that choice; make meaningful decisions; participate fully in their communities; and live independently.

We are seeking to hire an Employment/Career Development Specialist to provide outreach services for individuals living in the community (Worcester, and Worcester County: Milford, Southbridge, Blackstone Valley Areas, Metro West) either with their families, or independently. Our home office is located at 1158 Main St., Worcester, MA 01603.

The position supports individuals served by My Choice's innovative Career Mobility Program. This program utilizes a person-centered approach, developing career competency and direction based upon building each individual's unique strengths, skills, and life vision. You will work closely with our highly experienced Employment Director, clinicians, and staff team to develop fulfilling career paths for our clients, build our growing program, as well as build a fulfilling career direction for yourself within our expanding agency!

Use of your vehicle for local travel to appointments is required, with a gas credit card provided. Experience serving this population of individuals is favored, as is knowledge of DDS processes such as the development and implementation of Individual Support Plans and Life Plans.

We welcome candidates with previous job coaching/career development experience to apply, as well as those with diverse business experience, such as owning/developing businesses, and those from the employee recruitment field.

Other requirements include:

• Solid communication skills (verbal and written)
• Competence with computer/technology utilization
• Self-starter, self-motivated, highly organized
• Collaborative, "team player" approach

Hiring Bonus: $ 2,000.00 ($ 1000.00 to be paid after successful completion of 6 months of employment, and $ 1,000.00 after 12 months).

• Full-time benefits.
• Flexible schedule.
• "Work from home" option for some responsibilities, may include some remote contact with clients.
• Professional growth/compensation advancement opportunities
• 12 paid holidays and paid time off (vacation, personal, sick time)
• Referral bonuses
• 37.50 hour work week

*Applicants need valid Mass. driver's license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle to visit/transport individuals served by the program.

NOTE: Good driving (not necessarily "perfect") record is a MUST for outreach positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24