Employment Specialist/Job Coach – Buffalo

Work Where You Can Make an IMPACT

At Aspire, we are driven by the core belief that children and adults with developmental disabilities have the right to realize their full potential and live as independently as possible. Aspire compassionately and relentlessly works toward facilitating this end.

Aspire of WNY is seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to provide person centered job development, training, advocacy and other supports for individuals working toward or have acquired paid employment in the community.

Responsibilities include providing direct support services to people with specific vocational support needs, creatively work with potential employers to build appropriate relations and create opportunities for successful employment for the people supported, provide on-site job coaching, complete reports and submit those reports for billing purposes on a timely basis, and maintain communication with involved individuals.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years applicable experience working with adults with disabilities, preferably in job training and employment settings
• Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance thru Independent Health
• Dental insurance
• HRA/FSA
• 100% agency paid life insurance
• Both long term and short term disability insurances
• 403b retirement plan with Agency match
• Continuing education reimbursement
• 15 paid holidays
• Separate sick, personal and vacation time

Salary: $16.28 – $18.96 per hour

EOE