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AIM Services Inc · 4 hours ago

Employment Support Coordinator

AIM Services Inc is dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, and they are seeking an Employment Support Coordinator. The role involves implementing person-centered planning to help individuals achieve maximum independence through various employment services and community inclusion.

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Responsibilities

To manage and provide support to a full caseload of people. Services include SEMP (OPWDD), Pre-Voc, Pathways, Acces-VR and ETP
To implement and document each person supported centered plan encouraging maximum independence and self-worth
To evaluate, develop and implement a plan for service delivery based on strengths and interests
To provide the person supported with support and training while fostering community inclusion and increasing awareness of employment opportunities in the community
To assist in the coordination/participation/communication, documentation of person supported meetings
To educate, support and promote the person supported to access transportation independently
To accompany people we support on volunteer/job sites, assisting them in tasks and assessments
To comply with all state, federal and agency policies, procedures, regulations as indicated by OPWDD and Acces-VR
To maintain all persons supported records, ensuring filing, accuracy, compliance, updating
To provide OPWDD and Acces-VR training to new staff, following the schedule and training curriculum as outlined by the Director
To operate agency vehicles in compliance with agency policies/procedures, and traffic laws, ensuring, documenting vehicle maintenance/condition
To maintain a calm, tolerant, kind, courteous, accepting environment in compliance with the person supported service plan and plan of protective oversight, while in the persons’ residence and community
To provide, ensure a safe work/living environment including compliance with all safety policies/procedures and regulations
To attend any trainings, meetings, updates as necessary/required. To acquire and maintain all required certifications in accordance with agency policy. Attend and participate in staff meetings on a regular basis and assure attendance at all mandatory meetings
Remain aware/respectful of the persons supported rights and responsibilities; immediately reporting any concerns or issues of potential harm, mistreatment or rights restriction
Work at any/all residences or day programs, upon request, throughout the agency to assure appropriate coverage and assist when the need arises
Participate as an active member of the person supported service team
Flexibility of schedule to provide person driven employment services
Any and all other related duties as requested by supervisor

Qualification

DisabilitiesCPR/First Aid CertificationEffective communication skillsProfessional demeanorTeam collaborationFlexibility

Required

High School Diploma/GED and preferred four (4) years' experience working with people with disabilities OR
Bachelor's Degree and preferred one (1) year experience working with people with disabilities
CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided)
Program specific training (provided)
Valid NYS Drivers License acceptable to Agency Insurance standards. Maintain valid insurance and provide insurance card if using your own vehicle
Ability to exhibit/maintain a professional, kind, courteous and patient manner at all times
Lifting/transferring – people/items of various weights – must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Bending/Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Reading / Math skills at a level to perform job duties (billing submissions, program documentation, etc.)
Demonstrated interest and ability to make possible the personal outcomes of individuals receiving services
Exposure/ability to safely use household chemicals
Adherence to Agency Policies including Attendance Policy

Company

AIM Services Inc

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AIM Services, Inc. is dedicated to supporting the “power of potential” in people of diverse abilities.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Joshua Phelps
Chief Operating Officer
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Bo Goliber
Chief Development and Communications Officer
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