Hiring Event for Behavioral Health, Employment Services and Direct Support Roles in Amherst, NY
Hiring Event for Behavioral Health, Employment Services and Direct Support Roles in Amherst, NY
November 20 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Heritage Christian Services is offering open interviews for direct support, behavioral health and employment services roles throughout the Buffalo-Niagara region. Join recruiters from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at our regional office at 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 106, in Amherst (Buffalo, NY 14228).
No appointment or registration is required.
At this event, candidates can apply for open positions, get help completing their virtual interview and meet directly with a hiring manager for an on-the-spot interview.
OPEN POSITIONS:
BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST (Click the link to apply)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION: A master’s degree in a clinical or treatment field in psychology, social work, school psychology, applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical intervention or a related human services field.
In this job, you’ll
- Develop behavior support strategies, monitoring plans and guidelines to meet the mental health and behavioral health needs of people supported by Heritage Christian Services.
- Train staff members in documentation procedures and ensure behavioral services and records comply with OPWDD 636.16 requirements.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists and other mental health professionals to assess needs, evaluate outcomes and prepare data for annual reviews and plan updates.
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST (Click the link to apply)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor’s degree in a related field or a high school diploma or GED is required. This position requires frequent travel using the employee’s personal vehicle or an agency vehicle. Candidates must have a valid New York state driver’s license with no points or infractions and reliable transportation.
In this job, you’ll
- Connect jobseekers with disabilities to meaningful employment opportunities across the Buffalo-Niagara region.
- Provide job coaching, training and transportation support to and from work locations.
- Develop and sustain local employer partnerships to support future job placements.
- Maintain required documentation and communicate key updates to the person and their support team.
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (Click the link to apply)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED and a valid New York state driver’s license to qualify.
No experience is needed; we provide paid training.
In this job, you’ll
- Support people with disabilities through daily living assistance and personal care such as hygiene, grooming and other routine tasks.
- Assist with people’s medical needs, by monitoring their health, administering medication and completing accurate documentation as needed.
- Transport people to doctor’s appointments, community events and other activities using an agency vehicle.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- Why should I attend this event?
Fast-track the hiring process and meet directly with recruiters and hiring managers as soon as you finish your application.
- Do I need an appointment?
No. You can walk in any time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- What should I bring?
Bring a valid driver’s license and any required documents, such as a resume for clinical and employment services roles. No resume is needed for direct support roles.
- How long does it take?
Plan for at least 30 mins to an hour for this event.
- Where do I park?
Parking is free and accessible at the front of the building.