Career Facilitator

**JOB POSTING**

**Career Facilitator**

**SCHEDULE**:Full Time; Part Time

**M-F 8-4, 9-5** (schedule may vary based on needs and schedule of participant/program, may include evening hours and the occasional weekend day)

***:
A career facilitator uses structured intervention techniques to help participants learn to perform job tasks to the employer’s specifications. The career facilitator assists participants to learn the hard and soft skills necessary to be successful as an employee at the job site. Career Facilitator is responsible to provide assessment, coordination, advocacy and support needed to maintain the internship or employment of the individual. Career Facilitators are required to perform all duties in accordance with State of Rhode Island regulations and JLMC’s policies and procedures.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Training**

∙ Completes and maintains all required State mandated trainings such as, Universal Precautions, competency assessment test, CPR / First Aid, Signs & Symptoms of Illness & Injury and Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH) CORE trainings within 90 days of employment;
∙ Attends meetings and training sessions as required by ORS, School contract, BHDDH and JLMC;
∙ Completes annual trainings related to Participants’ IP, IEP, IPE, BP and related plans;
∙ Achieve an ACRE or CESP certificationwithin 6 month-1 year of hire

**Daily Programing**

∙ Provides transportation to and from job sites;
- Coordinating and providing participant transportation throughout the community, focusing on participant independence;
∙ Plan and implement a job coaching strategy with multiple employees/interns;
∙ Function as a member of the Career Development team;
∙ Assist employees/interns with disabilities in learning and excelling in their job functions;
∙ Submit accurate and timely documentation of all services provided;
∙ Assists in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavioral plan goals;
∙ Provide participants with direct on the job and in the community assistance in the mastery of required skills;
∙ Promote and assist participant’s independence throughout the employment/educational process;
∙ Assist Participants with developing a network of natural supports at work;
∙ Works all assigned schedules, including but not limited to: arriving and departing on time, requesting time off in advance, and notifying your supervisor of changes to your assigned work schedule;
∙ Ensures each individuals’ rights are protected;
∙ Treats individuals with dignity and respect;
**Activities of Daily Living**

∙ Observes individuals for any changes in behavior or health;
∙ Ensures individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times;
∙ Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs and related activities of daily living;
**Communication**

∙ Observes individuals for evidence or signs of injury, evaluates for changes in emotional and physical status;
∙ Reports any noted problems to the Director of Career Services immediately and complete a written incident report form;
∙ Reports all medical related incidents to the Director of Career Services

∙ Acts as a representative for James L. Maher Center in a professional manner to families, service coordinators, State officials, public school systems, community partners, local businesses, and employers;
∙ Maintains participant’s confidentiality; follows ADA and HIPPA guidelines;
**Teamwork**

∙ Assists in the preparation for the planning meetings;
∙ Treats all individuals and coworkers and with dignity, respect, and fairness;
∙ Provides support to other team members as needed;
**Documentation**

∙ Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner;
∙ Clocks in and out before and after every shift and submits Leave Request forms when applicable;
∙ Accurately documenting time worked appropriately;
∙ Provides updates as required on each case;
∙ Meets bi-weekly for supervision with Director of Career Services;
**Safety**

∙ Assists/Monitor individuals when entering and exiting vehicles, as well as entering and exiting the building safely;
∙ Reports unsafe conditions, environment, and equipment to the Director of Career Services;
∙ Follows safety protocols to foster a safe working environment;
**All other duties as assigned**

**Job Requirements**:
Valid Driver’s License

Ability to drive company vehicles.

Access to a personal vehicle for reliable transportation to a variety of job sites.

Access and ability to transport participants in personal vehicles.

Ability to obtain a chauffeur's license.

Ability to lift/push/pull 50lbs.

Ability to work during inclement weather.

A favorable National Criminal Background check along with OIG clearance

One year of experience working with people with disabilities and relevant experience in the field of vocati