Employment Specialist, Employment Services
Status: Full-time, 30+ hours per weekSchedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm with occasional weekendsLocation: Camp HillPay: $24.00 per hour
What We’re Looking For:
- 6 months to 2 years of job coaching or related experience
- Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism
- Valid driver’s license with at least 6 months of driving experience
- Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
- 18 years of age
- Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand English
- Ability to work independently with strong time management skills
- Preferred: ACRE or CESP certification, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
As an Employment Specialist, you’ll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in finding and keeping meaningful employment in their community. You’ll provide coaching, encouragement, and hands-on support that helps people build confidence, develop skills, and succeed in the workplace.
What You’ll Do:
- Support individuals in finding and maintaining competitive, community-based employment
- Assist with job applications, interview preparation, and job readiness skills
- Provide on-site job coaching, training, and ongoing support at worksites
- Build relationships with employers to support successful job placements
- Communicate with individuals, families, and employers to help maintain stability and success on the job
- Encourage independence, confidence, and strong decision-making skills
- Develop and follow individualized employment plans based on each person’s strengths, goals, and interests
- Observe progress and provide guidance, feedback, and support as needed
Why UCP?
- Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals.
- Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
- Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.
- Same day pay available through Tapcheck
- Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition
- Refer & earn $1,000!
Join Our Team!
Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.
UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected].
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Skills Required
- 6 months to 2 years of job coaching or related experience
- Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism
- Valid driver's license with at least 6 months of driving experience
- Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand English
- Ability to work independently with strong time management skills
- ACRE or CESP certification, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
What We Do
UCP Central PA is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, that empowers people with diverse abilities to live meaningful lives. It provides comprehensive, innovative supports across the lifespan, including early intervention and therapy, family support, assistive technology, community participation, supported employment, residential, respite, home- and community-based, and participant-directed services throughout Central Pennsylvania for individuals and families with disabilities.
