  Welcome!  Thank you for exploring a career with Viability! Our team of 400+ dedicated staff members share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.    $500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successfully completion of first 90 days) Position: Employment & Training Specialist 3 – Full Time Location: Ledyard, CTRate of Pay:$21.38 per hourHours: 40 Hours per WeekSchedule: Monday – Friday 8:30am-4:30pmSummary:You will work as an Employment Specialist to promote and expand employment opportunities for individuals who use DMHAS services who have mental health or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others? Viability is looking for an Employment Specialist to join our team supporting others with their employment goals. If you see yourself as outgoing, enthusiastic and a problem solver, than this is a prime opportunity to start a lifelong career! Qualifications:High school diploma or GED/Hiset and 3 years of experience; or Associates degree with 2-3 years of experience, or Bachelors degree with at least 1 year of experience requiredRequirements:Ability to use computers to include Microsoft Word, data entry, email, and internet essential.Must have a willingness to network and showcase relationship building skillsMust have a valid driver's license, 3 years driving experience, good driving record, use of vehicle and willingness to transport participants in personal vehicle. Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers, offices, and community organizations.“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 23 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”EXCELLENT BENEFITS including Competitive Pay, Excellent Insurance, Employer Matching Retirement + Work/Life BalanceCompetitive Pay with Promotional OpportunitiesStrong focus on work/life balanceMedical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountHealth Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts403(b) Retirement plan with employer match of 100% (up to 4% of employee contribution)Company-paid disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insuranceGenerous Paid Time Off & Sick Time11 Paid Holidays Per YearTuition Scholarship ProgramProfessional and personal growth opportunitiesEmployee Assistance Program for employees and loved onesPreferred ratings for home, renters’, pet, and auto insuranceFitness and Weight Loss program support  Who We AreOur team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.Our MissionOur mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access. Our VisionBe a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together. To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.
