Employment Support Specialist

Job description

Description Location: 3825 Whitaker Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19124 Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM: Rate: $18.00/HR-$19.00/HR: The Employment Support Specialist will work within COMHAR’s Day Program and with businesses and employers in the community to bring awareness to the benefits of competitive integrated employment. Through collaboration and a community focused approach, this position will provide individualized opportunities for adults with disabilities that enhance their employment skills, identify career interests, maintain work, while developing new learning and employment opportunities. This position will deliver quality services that include on the job training, job development, assessments that promote independence, community integration and a person-centered approach. This position seeks a candidate who is flexible and brings enthusiasm to the growing team and program. COMHAR offers three different training programs to meet individuals’ varying level of need and setting preference. Programs include developmental training to teach basic skills, facility-based vocational training, community-based instruction, and supported employment. Responsibilities: - Provide cons...