Work Site Support Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Work Site Support Specialist

Location: Wentzville, MO

Department: Employment Services

Employment Type: Part-time, Temporary

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Work Site Support Specialist to provide a work-based learning experience in a competitive, integrated setting for eligible VR clients who are enrolled in high school. The Work Site Support Specialist will facilitate on-site support, lead classroom discussions, and utilize the ODEP soft skills curriculum to develop employability skills in a real work environment. The specialist will be responsible for completing necessary plans, reports, and paperwork as assigned, ensuring a successful experience for both students and employers.

Position Perks & Benefits (Full-time positions only):

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Generous Paid Time Off: [Insert number] days annually, including vacation and holiday pay.
• Training & Development: Ongoing training to enhance professional growth.
• Supportive Work Environment: A collaborative culture that values staff well-being.
• Employee Recognition: Acknowledgment of your contributions to student success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work-Based Learning Coordination: Coordinate students’ work-based learning experiences within the Pre-Employment Training - Work Experience Program with VR.
• On-Site Support: Provide support for students working up to 16 hours per week at identified worksites, ensuring a smooth integration into the work environment.
• Soft Skills Training: Incorporate four hours of soft skills training each week, reviewing on-site experiences with students at various points during each work shift.
• Mediator Role: Serve as a mediator between students, co-workers, and supervisors as necessary, ensuring effective communication and integration.
• Documentation: Prepare plans, reports, and other necessary paperwork, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
• Student Intake & Assessment: Gather information about each student’s strengths, skills, interests, and needs through the intake process, including meetings with students, families, VR counselors, and school personnel.
• New Hire Paperwork & Coordination: Coordinate the completion of new hire paperwork, orientation, and weekly timesheets.
• Student Transportation: Provide transportation to and from the worksite as needed.
• Reporting & Communication: Report on worksite outcomes and provide relevant progress/activity updates to Leadership and/or the referral source.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with co-workers, students, referral sources, and the business community.
• Patience and understanding when working with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to access and safely operate a vehicle.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of and adherence to policies regarding confidentiality, professional ethics, and codes of conduct.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in the work environment.
• Competence with computer and data input skills.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Experience in employment services, job coaching, business, sales, human resources, or human services preferred.

Employment Requirements:

• Background Check: Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
• Orientation & Training: Completion of New Hire Orientation and all required training, including Relias courses, at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
• Driver’s License: Current valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Certifications: Must have and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens.

Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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