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Vocational Service Coordinator
Herkimer, NY
- Position Status:
- Full Time
- Hours Per Week:
- 35
- Hourly Wage:
- $20.80 ($37,856 a year)
- Travel Required:
- No
RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Receive referrals of program participants through department of Social Services.
- Review historical documentation with each applicant/participant and request additional assessments/services as needed.
- Development of a plan for employment based upon the assessment in conjunction with the participant including addressing childcare, transportation, and other concerns and appropriate referrals as needed.
- Compile relevant data pertaining to level of education achieved, including post-secondary, work experience, and duration, current health status and work limitation, disabilities, and concerns related to current and past barrier to securing and maintaining employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Two years of vocational experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred. Minimum of two years working with individuals with disabilities.
- Familiarity with disability and social services systems. Experience with working as part of a team. Microsoft Office, Outlook, Window proficiency.
- Assessment, networking, knowledge of community resources, advocacy, strong oral and written communication, data entry and strong organizational skills.
Education and Experience
- Associate degree is preferred, but high school diploma/equivalency is acceptable, along with relevant work experience.
Benefits
- PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays
- Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available
- Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year
- 401K with up to 10% employer investment
- Heavily subsidized health insurance with co-pays Vision and Dental insurance.
- Monthly contribution towards dependent care (to offset childcare costs)
- Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection (LifeLock)
- Free covered parking
- Additional benefits available
Additional Information
A hard copy of your resume and cover letter may also be forwarded to: RCIL, P.O. Box 210, Utica, NY 13503-0210, Attention: Recruitment.
It is the policy of RCIL to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations to fully participate in the interview process, please contact the HR Recruiter at 315-272-2957. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a person’s disability.
RCIL promotes a scent/chemical free environment. To support this effort, we ask that all applicants refrain from wearing scented products while in the office.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
It is RCIL’s policy and agency standard that all employees participate in advocacy for Civil Rights and Agency activities. Apply today to make a difference!