Witco is seeking an Employment Program Specialist to join our Supported Employment Services Team.
The Specialist will help individuals with significant disabilities find and maintain employment in the general workforce with the necessary supports.
Witco works closely with Idahos Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation doing job development and placement for people with disabilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Employment Specialists assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining maintaining and advancing in jobs within their communities.
Job Development: Identifying employment opportunities and matching participants skills with available jobs
Job Coaching: Providing on-the-job training support and supervision to help participants learn tasks and adjust to work environments
Career Planning: Helping participants explore interests develop employment goals and create career advancement plans
Employment Retention Services: Ongoing supports to help participants maintain long-term employment including conflict resolution and employer liaison activities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment: Evaluating the needs and circumstances of clients to determine the most appropriate services and support required.
Planning: Developing individualized care plans that outline the goals and services needed to support the client effectively.
Coordination: Collaborating with other service providers community organizations and stakeholders to facilitate access to resources and services.
Advocacy: Supporting clients in navigating complex systems and advocating for their rights and needs within the community
QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in social work or prior experience providing supported employment is preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Patience compassion empathy and a desire to help others.
Self-motivated outgoing and enthusiastic.
REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate BA/BS degree in related human services field mental health social work or business management.
Community Service & Case Management Experience preferred
Intermediate computer skills.
BENEFITS:
100% company paid benefits include health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance. We also offer vacation sick and holiday pay. At 1year of employment employees are eligible to participate in the 401K plan with company match.
Apply Online today at or email your resume to Call with any questions at and ask for Heather Julian.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
Must complete an obtain clearance for Criminal History with fingerprinting employment references and pre-hire drug screen required.
Required Experience:
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Witco, Inc creates and delivers quality services and supports for children and adults with disabilities.