SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT TRAINER I $250 HIRING BONUS AVAILABLE JOB DUTIES SUMMARY: Responsible for completing client assessments and for job finds by ensuring clients are matched with job openings that suit their skills and experience. Responsible for and prepared to go back on the job any time for retraining with client. conducting mock interviews assisting clients with resumes and monitoring job retention. Responsible for scheduling associated with assigned client caseloads. May be required to provide training to Job Coaches. May be required to transport clients. May be assigned to work in any STARCoperated facility when not assigned specific employment specialist duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Evaluates clients interests and abilities through use of standardized assessments personal interviews observations etc.
- Based on information gathered during evaluation process begins search for a job suitably matched to client
- Sells the idea of supported employment to prospective employers emphasizing clients dependability ongoing support and followup government sponsored employment incentive programs tax advantages and guaranteed quality of work.
- Assists clients in filling out job applications attending interviews negotiating wages and hours arranging transportation and understanding employer rules benefits etc.
- Develops a job/task analysis with job duties and sequences.
- Begins systematic instruction of job tasks as well as related skills involving supervisors and coworkers in the training process as much as possible.
- Records clients performance and submits monthly progress reports.
- Begins a gradual fading from the job site when all job tasks are completed independently and meet company/employer standards.
- Has the employer complete written evaluations of the clients job performance and responds immediately if any problems are indicated.
- Monitors the clients performance at least twice a month by talking to supervisors and coworkers and by completing task analytic probes production rate recordings and ontask observations.
- Is prepared to go back on the job any time for retraining with client.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Direct CareDay Programs Heavy Work: Job tasks are classified as heavy work that requires occasional lifting of 50 100 pounds and frequent lifting carrying pushing pulling and otherwise moving objects of 25 50 pounds. Requires frequent walking standing stooping and bending. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: - High school diploma or equivalent and two 2 years prior workrelated experience with individuals with disABILITIES preferred.
- Certificate of completion of LRS Employment Specialist Training
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent organizational analytical and time management skills
- Ability to read write speak and understand English.
- Ability to relate to individuals with disABILITIES in a manner which will facilitates their growth and development.
- Current CPR & 1st Aid certification.
- Valid drivers license.
Medical dental and vision insurance 401(k) Plan Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits Paid Holidays PTO
An Equal Employment Opportunity employer STARC of Louisiana Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color national origin age religion disability citizenship status sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information marital or veteran status or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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