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Assistant Career Development Program ManagerAbility Beyond • Norwalk, Connecticut
Assistant Career Development Program Manager

Assistant Career Development Program Manager

Ability Beyond • Norwalk, Connecticut
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Description

Assistant Career Development Program Manager

Location : Norwalk / Stamford (and Danbury, as needed)

Schedule : M-F 8 : 30A-4 : 30P Flex (Full Time 40 Hours)

Salary : $49,160 / salary

About Us :

Ability Beyond is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving their personal best. We provide a wide range of services including career development programs aimed at empowering individuals to secure meaningful employment opportunities.

Position Overview :

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Career Development Program Managers (ACDPM) to join our team. This role, funded through DDS, is crucial for providing direct support and guidance in employment services. As an ACDPM, you will actively engage with individuals seeking employment, oversee employment specialists and job coaches, and play a hands-on role in delivering career development services.

Responsibilities :

  • Guide and support team members, offering training and feedback to foster their professional growth while demonstrating expertise in DDS best practices.
  • Ensure service quality and program integrity by adhering to standards and benchmarks for intake, meetings, service delivery, and discharge planning.
  • Manage assigned caseloads, serving as the primary contact for team members and stakeholders, and overseeing referrals while maintaining effective communication.
  • Develop and implement innovative solutions to challenges, helping individuals achieve and maintain employment.
  • Mentor new staff in employment services practices and policies, and assist in creating and delivering training programs.
  • Forge and maintain strong relationships with funding sources, community partners, and internal teams, representing Ability Beyond positively in all interactions.
  • Support the CDPM in managing the program area and assume supervisory responsibilities as needed, ensuring adherence to communication standards and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field.
  • Flexibility to work in Danbury, CT as needed.
  • At least 2 years of experience as an employment specialist or in a DDS-related role.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) designation preferred.
  • Benefits :

  • Extensive paid training and certification program
  • Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
  • Paid time off (increases over years of service)
  • Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
  • PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources
  • Employee mentorship program
  • To see the day in the life of an Employment Specialist at Ability Beyond, click the link here :

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