Unity House · 1 week ago
Employment Specialist - Cayuga County
Auburn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $20.50/hr
1+ years expUnity House is dedicated to supporting people with disabilities and empowering their employees. The Employment Specialist will work to empower individuals in recovery and those coping with mental illness or developmental disabilities by providing services in an inclusive environment.
Non ProfitRehabilitationService Industry
Responsibilities
Empower people to learn, grow and thrive
Offer services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment
Work collaboratively with individuals and employers to explore, secure and maintain employment
Qualification
Required
HS diploma/GED with Human Services experience
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Computer skills and keyboarding familiarity
Must be able to be reached by phone and have a vehicle to transport and complete agency business
Evidence of understanding and empathy for individuals with disabilities
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work in a team environment with excellent decision-making, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals and employers to explore, secure and maintain employment while working in a changing environment with a demonstrated knowledge of and ability to work with internal/external stakeholders
Valid NYS Driver's License required according to SOA/Agency regulations, policies, practices and procedures
Preferred
Associates in relevant field and one year of related Human Services experience
Experience in work situations with persons with disabilities
Benefits
Health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week
Paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more
401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
Free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
Early payday and direct deposit available
Tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities
Company
Unity House
Unity House provides transitional and permanent housing, respite care, and rehabilitative and employment services for individuals with mental illnesses, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and/or chemical dependencies from which they are recovering.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Liz Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Iven
Chief Advancement Officer
Recent News
Central New York Business Journal
2025-04-08
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