Employment Specialist

Job overview

The Employment Specialist role is onsite in Rochester, NY, with compensation of $20.00–$21.80 per hour. It is a full-time day position with some evening and weekend flexibility as needed. The role is part of Community Services – Vocational Programs at Lifetime Assistance, whose mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The specialist helps individuals pursue employment goals by providing job-skills training and supervision, supporting work habits and independence, and building employer relationships that create and sustain job opportunities. The role also documents progress and contributes to person-centered planning and program outcomes.

What you'll do

• Provide direct job-skills training and supervision in community and facility-based work settings
• support positive work habits, social skills, and independence
• build and maintain employer relationships
• assist with vocational assessments, job-site setup, and training materials
• monitor and document progress, behaviors, and program outcomes
• participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

employment specialist

vocational programs

job skills training

supported employment

disability services

community services

rochester ny

lifetime assistance

full-time

day schedule

evening flexibility

weekend flexibility

$20.00–$21.80/hour

valid nys driver’s license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• No-premium health insurance
• tuition assistance and scholarships
• micro-credential stipends
• paid training and coaching
• career growth and leadership training
• paid time off
• supportive scheduling.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an associate degree plus one year of relevant experience, or a high school diploma plus two years of related vocational or human-services experience. Requires a valid New York State driver’s license and ability to meet agency driving requirements.

About the employer

Lifetime Assistance Incorporated is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Community Housing Services. Sector: 62.