Job details
Salary $15 - $17 an hour job type full-time
Full job description
Employment specialist
Reports to: director of employment services
Flsa status: non-exempt, salary ($30,000-$33,000)
What you?ll do
The employment specialist will lead clients throughout all phases of employmentThis includes preparing, obtaining and sustaining competitive employment in a community job setting that is person-centered and consistent with their vocational goalsSpecifically, your work will center on:
Employment services
Provide all pre-vocational training (virtually and in-person; 1:1 and small group), supported employment 1:1, on site and long term follow along for assigned caseload including but not limited to:
Job application completion
Side by side vocational job training
Interview readiness, resume completion
Virtual and in-person employment readiness
Responsible for the creation and administration of a comprehensive individual plan for employment.
Perform job development within the community.
Facilitate at minimum 2 job clubs per month.
Communicate client progress with the appropriate team members, stakeholders and funder.
Completion of all other duties that are needed to support the clients, families and programming quality progressions.
Policies and reporting
Perform consistently with the values, principles and philosophy of ddd, dvrs, wib, medicaid and aia, along with adherence to policies and procedures.
Completes required advocates in action trainings, ddd core trainings and boggs center training in the designated period of time.
Utilize identified client record systems and submit weekly reports to ensure all billable activities are logged, recorded and approved.
Maintain a hard copy client file at a designated location.
Perform administrative duties, as assigned by leadership and management.
Aia benefits
This position primarily works from home and provides on-site client support based on the service being providedThere are opportunities to grow and learn professionallyBenefits include mileage and professional development reimbursements, flexibility in working from home, and $25 a month on an employee benefits card.
Who you are & keys to success
To be successful in this position, you possess these qualities:
Belief in employment for allYou have a strong belief that people with special needs can and should be given every opportunity for competitive community-based employmentAll decisions and actions are completed with a person-centered focusYou relate well to adults with disabilities; establish, positive relationship with each client.
Communication and relationship is keyYou can communicate effectively in english, both verbally and in writingYou are comfortable working in a remote environmentYou problem solve through issues and deliver a high-level of customer service to clients consistently exhibiting professionalism and diplomacyYou respect and maintain confidentiality of consumers and co-workers
You have a make it happen mentalityYou are highly organized and motivatedYou have experience in managing your work and time efficiently.
Using technologyYou are proficient in the use of computers, including the use of google workplace and video communications (zoom, google meet)Microsoft office knowledge preferred.
In addition to these core qualities, you are someone who:
Holds a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor?s degree highly preferred in an applicable field
Has the ability to pass mandated screenings (background checks, driving record, drug test).
Is able to travel independently to community activities and/or off-site ddd/aia trainings, meetings and conferences.
Will maintain a valid driver?s license with fewer than 5 points all times.
To maintain comprehensive insurance on your personal vehicle at all times.
What else you should know
We are an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employerWe are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran statusThe position is full-time (non-exempt, salary) and is based in new jersey.
Due to covid 19 employment specialists are not currently transporting clients in their vehicles.
