Employment Specialist

Summary:

Provide case management and job development duties that ensure compliance with CARF and Extended Employment guidelines. We are looking for someone who is flexible, motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to providing the training and supports necessary for individuals with various challenges and needs to achieve workplace success.

Responsibilities include but not -all-inclusive:

• Coordinate job placement/development services for individuals in Extended Employment and Day Employment Services.
• Provide job coaching and assessment services.
• Complete required paperwork to submit to Vocational Rehabilitation Services unit.
• Provide follow-up services to individuals placed in the community.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with employers. Act as a resource for employers on job modification, reasonable accommodations, alternative communication systems, and related topics to increase the likelihood of successful placement and employer satisfaction.
• Provide specific programming for each individual on caseload to ensure individual service plans are implemented, and individual goals are achieved.
• Provide counseling services to promote independence and individual problem-solving.
• Develop, implement, and document Individual Program Plans and complete required paperwork, maintaining compliance with Extended Employment rule and CARF.
• Develop, implement, and document IPP programs and complete required paperwork maintaining compliance with all requirements (VRS, EE & CARF).
• Assist other program teams with coverages when scheduled such as helping with lunch duty or driving a route at the beginning or end of the day.
• Twice a year, assist with facilitating fundraiser events (e.g., annual 5K picnic, gala) or helping with Special Olympics teams/tournaments.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, or related field preferred but not required.
• Experience: 1 year work experience-providing services to people with disabilities in a vocational setting, or experience in job development, Vocational Rehabilitation or related field preferred.
• Must have current driver’s license and insurance showing no serious incidents (ex: DUI) within three years.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation due to the amount of driving anticipated.
• Must meet requirements of DHS background study.
• Excellent attendance and reliability are necessary for success in this position.

Job Type: Full-time / 40 hours per week/ Hourly non exempt

Pay range: $19.00-$23/hour DOQ

Hours: Varies, 7:00am - 3:00pm

Company office is the established "home base" for this position; however, there is some flexibility as the job requires meeting with others at job sites of employers, at VR offices, or other locations. This job requires a high level of independence and being organized to achieve assigned outcomes. Regular, reliable attendance during normally scheduled work hours is required.

We have an energetic, accepting, and "CAN-DO" attitude throughout the company.
We care about and want ALL team members to feel like they belong. You will have opportunities to participate in other activities such as Special Olympics coaching, helping with activities and events, and participating in fundraisers.

AccessAbility Inc. values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we are committed to building a team representing a variety of experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and skills. We are an Affirmative and Equal Opportunity Employer.

AccessAbility Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status regarding public assistance, status in a local human rights commission, or any other status or condition protected by local, state, or federal law. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by telephone at 612-852-1807 (voice), 711 (telecommunications relay), or by email at BMoga@accessability.org