Employment Specialist

4 weeks ago

Springfield, United States Resources for Human Development Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Job title

Employment Specialist

Reports to

Program Director/Assistant Program Director/Department Director

Position Summary

Employment Specialist provides direct vocational assessment, job development, and job coaching services to participants. The Employment Specialist will participate in identifying needed support to overcome barriers to employment. The foundation of all activities will focus on individual recovery through meaningful community participation, contribution, and membership.

Essential Duties and Functions

  • Providing job support to working program participants
  • Identify and respond to the needs of the consumers in achieving efficient responses to requests and to eliminate barriers limiting productivity in day-to-day activities
  • Engage individuals in a trusting and supportive relationship, providing emotional support within professional boundaries
  • Provide Supported Employment insight and goals with the individual, for updated ISP based upon the specific needs of the individual, with the aim of maximizing physical, emotional and mental health.
  • Assist the individual to reach the goals identified in the ISP.
  • Provide emergency on-call coverage in rotation with other team members as needed
  • Provide all forms of job finding and support for individuals pursuing self-employment, as well as traditional jobs
  • Complete all documentation in a timely manner.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Service, Health or Vocational/Rehabilitation field preferred. High School Diploma required.
  • 2 years’ previous work experience in vocational employment services for behavioral health or IDD populations required.
  • Knowledge of community resources, experience in consumer advocacy, and the capability of participation in a team format is essential.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

Working conditions

This position is set in an office environment as well as out in the community while supporting program participants. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Position requires travel throughout the community supported by the program.

Hazard and Atmospheric Conditions

  • Exposure to Fumes • Exposure to Dust
  • Exposure to Extreme Heat • Exposure to Extreme Cold
  • Wet and/or Humid • Exposure to Loud Noise
  • Exposure to Confined Places • Mists or Gases
  • Exposure to Mechanical Hazards • Exposure to Chemical Hazards
  • Exposure to Electrical Hazards • Exposure to Burn Hazard





Requirements:

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

  • Heavy: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

  • Stand or Sit (stationary position)
  • Walk
  • Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)
  • Climb (stairs/ladders)
  • Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)
  • See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)
  • Pushing or Pulling
  • Repetitive Motion
  • Reaching (high or low)
  • Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)

Reporting Relationships

  • Direct Supervisor: Program Director/Assistant Program Director/Department Director

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.


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