What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Specialist position at Palm Beach Habilitation Center, Inc.?
About us
Palm Beach Habilitation Center, Inc.
Our Mission is to ensure that individuals with disabilities in Palm Beach County have the best environment in which to learn, work, and live.
To accomplish this, we provide:
- Vocational Training
- Employment and community job placement
- Recreational and senior activities
- Residential services
- Life Skills training
Our Vision is an inclusive community where Individuals with disabilities can realize their full potential and contribute to the community in personally meaningful ways.
Our Belief is that we have the responsibility to provide the tools, opportunities, and support needed for each Individual to make their own unique and valuable contributions to society.
PBHC is looking for an energetic committed and passionate individual to work with our clients as a Vocational Specialist.
Responsibilities include;
- Design and Implement Vocational Training Program.
- Provides On-the-Job Training and Pre-Employment Training to Vocational Rehabilitation clients.
- Provides program management for Center-based VR clients.
- Coordinates program planning and career counseling to ensure the client achieves the maximum level of independence.
- Provides job placement and coaching to selected clients.
- Serve as a liaison between the agency and Vocational Rehabilitation to maximize referrals for all services provided by agency to include Vocational Evaluations/Assessments, Employment Services/Supported Employment, On-the-Job training, Pre-Employment Training and Job Coaching
The right candidate must qualify for Level II background screen. Prefer Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field and have one year experience working with individuals with disabilities, other combinations of work and life experience may be considered in lieu of college degree on a 2:1 ratio (two years of experience equals one year of academic training) and at a minimum High School diploma is required.
Palm Beach Habilitation Center, Inc. provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Palm Beach Habilitation Center has implemented protocols, guidelines and taken proactive steps to protect employees in the workplace. It is our goal to ensure that all essential services are continuously provided and that employees are safe while working.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations