Job Description

This position is a full-time position working 40 hours per work week and eligible for benefits.

Position Title: Employment Specialist

Reports to:       Director of Day and Vocational Services

General Purpose: The Employment Specialist will work with people with disabilities to gain and keep employment in the community. The Employment Specialist will be a liaison between the client and the business.  The Employment Specialist will be familiar with Vocational Rehabilitation (Voc Rehab) policies, Council on Quality Leadership (CQL) and common employment practices.

Essential Functions: 

 

• Be fully aware and positively promote the Mission, Vision and Values of Easter Seals Goodwill ND, Inc. (ESGWND).
• Collaborate with employers in job development and public relations activities.
• Advocate for employer & employee/client.
• Conduct intake interviews & develop a plan of service with the client.
• Assist clients with completing job applications and coordinating transportation.
• Job coach/co-worker model training, as necessary.
• Follow-up with employers and clients on placements.
• Attend team meetings held for specific clients.
• Complete monthly summaries and narratives for each client.
• Complete necessary reporting forms for employment programs.
• Assist in compliance with CQL regulations.
• Attend training in and out of state as requested.
• Implement client services with ESGWND staff and referring agencies.
• Flexibility in work hours.

Qualifications/Basic Position Requirements:

 

• One (1) year of experience working in the field of developmental disabilities, preferred.
• Experience in training, teaching and public speaking helpful.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Computer savvy.
• Detailed-oriented.
• Must have a take-charge attitude and be able to manage projects, change priorities and meet stringent deadlines.
• Plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate work assignments.
• Interact effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Analyze, problem solve, make decisions and accept direction.
• Maintain accurate information and efficient record keeping systems.
• Ability to travel within the ESGWND support area and out of state.

Job Tags

Full time,

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