Employment Consultant I

**Employment Consultant I**

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, behavioral science, or related field, supplemented by two or more years of experience working in social services; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
• Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Level 2 background screening.
• Meet and maintain Vocational Rehabilitations car insurance requirements to transport individuals.
• First aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certifications and eight hours of continuing competence units (CCUs) from the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD).
• May be required to have or obtain additional formal industry certification(s) based on the area of assignment. Those with supported Employment responsibilities, it is required to complete the initial and annual Continuing Competency Units as specified by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with disability-service and multi-division organizations
• Basic IT field experience or knowledge a plus
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Suite

**In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.**

Essential Functions
The list of essential functions below is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this job. Other duties may be assigned based on business need.

• Conducts intake and assessment evaluations for participants to identify vocational interests, strengths, abilities, and potential obstacles in preparing for job entry
• Completes detailed reports and psycho-social assessments on participants to evaluate the eligibility of participant for services (i.e., nature of needs, funding availability and/or arrangements, etc.)
• Develops individualized career/job plans focusing on job readiness skills (i.e., developing resumes, completing applications, etc.) to assist participants in developing strategies for successful job outcomes and making informed choices
• Builds and maintains relationships with employers; assists employers with job training for supported participants
• Serves as liaison between job sites; facilitates communication between professionals, paraprofessionals, and employees and provides support during the hiring process and throughout employment; provides information for best practices with employers working with individuals with disabilities (IWD)
• Completes required documentation for employment plans, timecards, monthly training reports, etc. in an accurate and timely manner
• Prepares and submits monthly billing to funding sources in an accurate and timely manner
• Maintains and updates participant files in an accurate and timely manner
• Stays current on the program and/or funding source changes; makes recommendations to amend the program accordingly

**Supervisory Responsibility**

• None

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and professional standards in the field of social work
• Knowledge of community organizations and social service programs
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee support services
• Knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Operate a computer using Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and applicable department/organization-specific software
• Manage confidential employment information with tact and discretion
• Interpret and implement all applicable policies and procedures
• Multitasking skills
• Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicat on skills, both orally and in writing

**TRAVEL**

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of the area and overnight travel may be expected.

**WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE)**

Authorized to access and work on government installations.