Job description

Current shift availability:

• Monday - Friday 8AM-4PM with nights/weekends occasionally assigned

Position Summary:

Under general supervision of the Employment Services Program Manager, this position helps people living with disabilities obtain and maintain employment in the community. Works alongside a dynamic team of employment professionals with the flexibility to work autonomously throughout the community.

Essential Job Functions

• Works directly with individuals with disabilities – high school students and adults - to prepare them for competitive employment in the community
• Conducts intake interviews from assigned referrals from OOD and county DD Boards; provides orientation, goal development, job search and placement directly with individuals, and their families/guardians and their support team members
• Prepares and submits accurate and timely documentation, which includes organized individual files – both electronic & paper – with service summaries, billing, report templates, progress notes, etc.; documentation must adhere to CARF standards
• Provides job coaching, which includes working side by side with individuals and communicating with the employer to ensure individuals are following all job-specific duties, policies, and procedures
• Conducts and documents community-based assessments, which includes working on a job site with individuals to evaluate their readiness to work in a community employment setting
• Trains individuals in soft and hard skills to maximize their ability to obtain and maintain employment
• Participates in regular meetings with counselors and support administrators to review progress
• Home-based office – drives personal vehicle between assignments, and transports individuals served as needed
• Responsible for ensuring all billing is accurate and submitted in timely manner
• Meets with individuals both in person and virtually as often as needed
• Adjusts work hours as required to fully serve the needs of individuals
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED and 2 years direct care experience, or experience working with individuals with disabilities; or a combination of experience and education beyond the high school level.
• Successful completion of pre-employment and post offer background screening process, including a BCI&I and FBI background, if applicable.
• Must have valid Ohio driver’s license with less than 5 points, current auto liability insurance, and be willing to drive agency and/or personal vehicle to travel between all counties served; transport individuals served as needed.
• Proficient in MS Office as well as electronic devices: computers, iPads, smart phones, etc.
• Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification
• Must have at least 1 year of experience using and/or reviewing service documents and records
• Minimum of 1 year of understanding, interpreting and implementing individualized goals and objectives
• Above average computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office and specialized software programs
• Requires exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Must possess solid verbal and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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