Employment Services Manager
Schedule: Full-time
Wage: $23.00 – 28.00 / hr
Location: Cortland, NY
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, company-paid life and disability coverage, optional voluntary plans, and 33 days of PTO annually for eligible full-time employees.
Why Join ACHIEVE
At ACHIEVE, you’ll do more than just a job, you’ll build a meaningful career while making a real impact. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to person-centered services that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Job Description
The Employment Services Manager oversees the delivery of community-based employment and prevocational services for individuals with disabilities. This role ensures services are provided using person-centered approaches while maintaining compliance with Medicaid, HCBS Waiver, ACCES-VR, and other funding requirements. Responsibilities include:
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized employment action plans
- Deliver employment supports using strength-based, person-centered approaches
- Communicate with individuals served, vocational counselors, and coordinate planning meetings
- Build and maintain partnerships with community businesses to promote inclusive employment
- Serve as a professional role model for individuals receiving services
- Supervise staff, including reviewing time sheets, leave requests, and overtime
- Complete and review staff performance evaluations
- Provide staff training, onboarding, and ongoing development support
- Complete required OPWDD documentation, including DDP1s and DDP2s
- Review and approve Life Plans
- Manage recruitment, supervision, and performance of department staff
- Conduct outreach to expand community partnerships and program awareness
- Support NYSID processes, including applicant screening and employer coordination
- Maintain contract records, documentation, and reporting requirements
- Provide on-site training, coaching, and issue resolution for employment placements
- Deliver backup direct services including job coaching and prevocational services
What We Are Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree in vocational Rehabilitation or related Human Services field
OR
• High School Diploma/GED with significant relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation or related Human Services field -or- High School Diploma/GED with significant relevant experience
- Valid driver’s license meeting agency insurance requirements
- Knowledge of employment services, workforce development, or disability services preferred