COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST II

Company: The Arc Rockland
Location: Valley Cottage
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Community Employment Specialist II position is responsible for coordinating, planning, scheduling, and implementing programs for their assigned employment caseload. Provides direct supports to people enrolled in a variety of employment programs based on their interests and desires. This person ensures delivery of Community Based Prevocational, Supported Employment (SEMP), ETP, ACCES-VR and other OPWDD employment programs. Performs vocational assessments, compiles reports, conducts person-centered employment planning, job-related discovery, job development, analysis, customization, and placement. This person must have the ability to work independently, problem solve on the spot, and think critically without on-site supervision. Implements a variety of training techniques, interventions and teaching procedures aimed at providing employment opportunities to people receiving supports. Responsible for the safety of each person and provides training to facilitate inclusion into community employment related settings. Ensures delivery of Community Based Prevocational, Supported Employment (SEMP), ETP, ACCES-VR and other OPWDD employment programs. Documents and verifies detailed daily data collection, monthly notes and other required documentation as outlined by regulatory bodies. May be required to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Human Services field. At the discretion of the Employer, four years of experience working in a direct support position within this agency or an Associate’s Degree with two years of experience working in a direct support position within this agency, along with demonstrated competencies in completion of the required duties, may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. Minimum Experience: One year of experience relevant to assigned location. TO APPLY: Please respond to this posting or visit https://arcofrockland.org/careers. There is never a fee to apply. The Arc Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees – a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work.

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