Employment Coordinator - Job Development Specialization

Cultural

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the rehabilitation services which lead to successful integrated, competitive, community-based employment of individuals who need assistance obtaining or maintaining employment.

Accountability: Reports to Employment & Training (E&T) Director

Position Type: Full time with benefits

Pay Type: Salaried

FLSA Status: Exempt

SCOPE

Responsible for working with the KY Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) case managers and other referral agencies to assist individuals who need support in obtaining and maintaining successful, long-term employment in competitive, integrated employment. Responsible for coordinating and facilitating work readiness, job placement, job retention, and supported employment services, focusing on job development and placement services.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Education and Experience

• Master’s or Bachelor Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field

*Educational requirements must be verified prior to employment

* Experience may substitute for education

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or barriers to employment (Preferred)
• A minimum of 6 months of experience in a rehabilitation setting, or completion of rehabilitation internship (Preferred)
• One year of supervisory experience in business and industry (Preferred)
• Valid Kentucky Driver’s License with good driving record.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency with computer, software programs, internet navigation, and virtual communication tools.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills to work with a diverse population of individuals.
• Effective time management and organization skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt as needed
• Partnering and collaborating with employers, community members, and job seekers
• Marketing/Negotiation.
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Willing to meet with individuals for job coaching, training, and possibly demonstrating job tasks on job sites as required
• Must be willing to be available occasional nights and weekends to support job seekers.
• Physical demands may include prolonged standing, repetitive use of the hands and arms, medium lifting, bending, and climbing.
• Engages and communicates with people who have significant disabilities

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Embodies OWL’s Purpose, Vision, Mission, and Core Values.
• Values and believes that all individuals may contribute to the workforce.
• Respects cultural differences in our company and community.
• Nurtures an inclusive workplace valuing equity, diversity, and individual differences.
• Promotes a culture of teamwork, support, and accountability within their department and the organization.
• Commits to setting goals and growing professionally.
• Maintains a culture of continuous quality improvement.

Essential Duties

• Presents Employment &Training Program information to interested parties.
• Networks with employers and referral sources.
• Develops strong relationships with referral agencies and case managers.
• Conducts job seeker’s orientation, intake interview, assessments, and program orientation.
• Collaborates with team members to discover participants’ interests, strengths, working conditions, supports, and accommodations needed.
• Assists participants in developing and implementing a person-centered, service plan for success.
• Provides vocational coaching for participants to promote productive work attitudes and skills.
• Assists participants in managing issues that may affect potential job success.
• Assists participants with job readiness and workplace essential skills (i.e., job search, completing applications, resumes, cover letters, interviewing soft skills etc.) as appropriate.
• Represents job seekers to employers.
• Conducts needs assessments and job task analysis with employers.
• Partners with employers to identify and develop employment opportunities, negotiate job tasks, and conditions for support.
• Partners with potential employers to assist participants in transitional employment and work adjustment programs
• Connects participants to needed community and personal resources.
• Works with employers to provide “on-site” job support and coaching for consumers.
• Provides continuing follow-up services while consumer is in job retention status.
• Maintains case files and computerized case management database.
• Completes all documentation and reports in a timely fashion, per company and referral source policy.
• Follows standards of operations (SOPs) and implements best practices and o implement high quality, effective, and efficient programs.
• Ensures maximum participant, employer, and referral source satisfaction.
• Maintains CPR and First Aid Certifications and participates in professional development activities as needed for best practices.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lexington, KY 40511

Salary : $38,000 - $49,000