Employment Specialist
Company: Nysarc
Location: Slingerlands
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Our Supported Employment Program (SEMP) in
Albany, NY, has an Employment Specialist position available. This
is a Full-Time hourly position working 35 hours Monday – Friday
8:30am - 4:00pm. Evening and weekend hours as needed to support the
people on your caseload at their work site. The Employment
Specialist rate of pay is $21.00 per hour, and this is an hourly
non-exempt position. This position will provide direct support to
people seeking employment. You will assist the people on your
caseload to develop a resume, conduct job searches, prepare for
interviews, and provide onsite job coaching to support the person
in maintaining successful employment in the community. What’s in it
for You? You will work where you AND the work you do are valued! We
offer: A positive work environment, focused on quality,
professional growth, and development. Extensive paid training. A
variety of employee discounts. Generous paid time off & sick time.
Group health & dental insurance. Life insurance. 403(b) retirement
plans. Tuition reimbursement. Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Ready to Apply/Transfer? To
apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can
be submitted through our website at www.WWAARC.org or contact
ApplyatWWA@caparcny.org to have the application emailed/mailed to
you. As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate
in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran,
disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other
characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated
to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Requirements Employment
Specialist-OPWDD Want to be a WWAARC Employment Specialist and join
our Team? Qualifications: 18 years of age. A valid driver’s license
that meets WWAARC insurability standards. To secure and maintain
all certifications and trainings required by WWAARC. This includes
but is not limited to 1st Aid & CPR & Decision Driving. Combination
of education and experience working with people with IDD. Must have
working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must have personal vehicle
to use for providing services. Employment Specialist-ACCES VR Want
to be a WWAARC Employment Specialist and join our Team?
Qualifications: 18 years of age. A valid driver’s license that
meets WWAARC insurability standards. To secure and maintain all
certifications and trainings required by WWAARC. This includes but
is not limited to 1st Aid & CPR & Decision Driving. Bachelor’s
Degree in Human Services or related field and experience working
with individuals with an intellectual or development disability in
a vocational setting OR Associate’s Degree in Human Services or
related field and 1 year of experience working with individuals
with an intellectual or developmental disability in a vocational
setting. Must have personal vehicle to use for providing
services.
Keywords: Nysarc, Springfield , Employment Specialist, Healthcare , Slingerlands, Massachusetts
