Employment Support Professional

THE POSITION

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking an Employment Support Professional to provide ongoing one on one job support to IDDS Individuals. The IDDS, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Services Team are dedicated individuals with the heart and passion for helping people with intellectual/developmental disabilities live more independently, pursue their personal interests and goals, and be an active part of their community.

About Northeast Kingdom Human Services

NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / SUMMARY

The Employment Support Professional (ESP) position is designed to respectfully support and guide the individual with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to gain skills, knowledge and competencies to find and maintain competitive employment.

Purpose of Position: Provides ongoing one on one job support to IDDS Individuals by transporting them to/from work and providing individualized support that professionally meets the expectations of the Employer while insuring the health and safety of the Individual is prioritized. The goal is to find ways for the Individual to be independent, eventually to successfully work without support if possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Transports consumers to and from work.

• Develop a rapport with individuals to cultivate a safe and supportive working relationship.

• Assists individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional issues, provide skill building techniques, and develop and enhance supports to enable the consumer to decrease their dependency on Agency services as much as possible.

• Assist and support individuals to develop natural supports at the work sites.

• Must maintain a valid driver's license and provide transportation to and from distances as required in a reliable, safe, inspected and registered vehicle, in accordance with agency policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals who have an intellectual/development disability preferred.
• Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay! $18.25 per hour and Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition & continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program
• Low-cost Health and Dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays
• short-/long-term disability coverages
• Outstanding employee wellness program

• life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, long-term care plan, and additional optional benefits

NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.