EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST- ADULT DAY SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

Part Time, $22.00-$24.20/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

What You'll Do:

• Plan and schedule activities, job development, work schedules and service plans for assigned caseload.
• Employment training services and training/work site supervision in individual and group settings.
• Provide accurate and timely data collection – goal, protocols, outings, behavioral data, progress notes, trip logs and case files for assigned individuals.
• Develop vocational training sites, assist with job development and prevailing wage assessments.
• Work with employers, consumers and families/collaterals to develop appropriate vocational related programming for individuals.
• Development of task analyses and training programs that includes the transition to other intensive or extended vocational services.
• Complete all required trainings/certifications, participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required.
• Participate in team meetings as scheduled and staff meetings.
• Obtain AMAP certification and administer medications under the supervision of assigned nursing staff if required.
• Complete incident reports as per 624 Regulations and SCIP-R reports as necessary.
• Provide accurate implementation of Emergency Procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all OPWDD and DDI policy and procedures as they pertain to individuals supported, and documentation of such.
• Provide protective oversight and advocacy.
• Ensure that vehicles are clean and problems are written down and addressed through the Program Manager.

What You Need for the Role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience working with individuals with ID/DD
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and guidelines.
• Must have automobile, good driving record and approved to drive for Brightway.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.