Employment Specialist
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
- Assist in the development of vocational assessments and goals based on the needs interests and abilities of persons served.
- Promote skill building and support employment program by networking with community partners.
- Highlight talents by matching the strengths and preferences of the employment seeker with the needs of the employer to help build lasting careers in their field of choice.
- Facilitate working relationships between the individual their co-workers and employer as needed to maintain strong lines of communication.
- Gathering qualitative and quantitative data to determine the efficacy of the services being provided.
- Bachelors degree required.
- Valid Michigan Drivers License appropriate insurance and use of own vehicle.
- A minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Aptitude for working with people of all abilities in a variety of settings
- Efficient in assessing and developing SMART goals that are person-centered safety focused and culturally competent.
- Proficient in networking with current/prospective employers to locate/create job openings that match the employment seekers preferences.
- Ability to model and educate others within a team environment.
- Ability to develop supports (natural visual and/or written) to increase independence for the employment seeker at their place of employment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills relating to reporting documenting networking and advocacy.
- Well versed in technology (Microsoft Office electronic health records and 2 step authentication) to gather report and maintain qualitative/quantitative data.
- Have knowledge of ADA guidelines and how to request accommodation if/when needed.
- Strong Communication skills
- Preferred but not required: training or best practice knowledge of Customized Employment
- Position requires some travel utilizing personal vehicle w/mileage reimbursement.
- Job requires working in seasonal weather conditions.
- Job requires working with a variety of consumer behaviors including verbal and physical aggression.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
