Employment Specialist

Position Summary

Provides job coaching and job supports, workplace skills training, transportation skills training, benefits training, and support to individuals with disabilities to maximize integration in a community workplace setting and job retention in competitive community job setting.

This position is based in a community setting, primarily working in a farm setting. This position includes outdoor settings and may have variable temperatures and terrains (dirt, sand, rocks). Position Responsibilities – Administrative

Provide general administrative services including preparing reports, answering calls and emails, maintaining program related spreadsheets and documentation.

• Maintain effective filing and follow-up systems.
• Access requested data and information using database systems, spreadsheets, and other information management systems.
• Maintain professional working environment and confidentiality.
• Other related duties as needed.

Position Responsibilities – Employment Specialist

• Transportation to and from assigned work site(s), as required, and if needed.
• Develops training strategies, prepares individualized service plans, implements, and modifies strategies and plans as required.
• Assists with developing job descriptions, job task analysis, member schedules, and vocational assessments; addressing needed workplace accommodations designed to promote successful workplace outcomes.
• Provides member training in all aspects of job related and job retention skills.
• Maintains accurate records of member progress and related billing information, including timecard documentation.
• Completes all required documentation and reporting in a professional and appropriate manner. Clearly documents all services provided, with meaningful details and narratives.
• All member records will be legible, up to date, well organized and comprehensive with sufficient detail to promote effective member care, and quality review.
• All member records will clearly identify employment services related goal(s), with meaningful documentation related to progress toward goal(s) and employment services outcomes.
• Assists Job Developer in identifying and developing community job sites.
• Participates in department staff meetings, interdepartmental meetings and committees as required.
• Performs additional job duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A high level of English proficiency is required for the completion of work tasks, telephone communication, and preparation of written correspondence including skills in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge and understanding of the purpose of vocational training programs as they pertain to individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate with Staff, Parents/Guardians, and Members, in person, virtually or by phone.
• Ability to communicate with referral sources in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and carry out workplace training / program objectives for assigned members.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use computer to complete required paperwork and other documentation (QuickBooks, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to manage various reporting tools: spreadsheets, word documents, etc. to effectively oversee administrative functions of the department.
• Ability to use standard office equipment including copy and fax machines.
• Ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Bi-lingual is a plus.

Requirements

• Administrative/organizational experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and QuickBooks.
• A.A or 60 hours college level courses with emphasis in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• For insurance purposes, a clean 39-month Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) driving record required.
• Arizona Driver License is required
• Demonstrated knowledge and competency (by evidence of training and/or successful experience) in a minimum of five (5) of the eight (8) basic training areas described below within twelve (12) months of hire.

a) Work Behavior-Support training (instructional strategies; data collection, functional analysis, and behavioral support plan development)

b) Performing (and reporting on) analyses of discrepancies between an employer’s requirements and a member’s actual demonstrated performance

c) Development and use of “natural supports” in the workplace

d) Social Security Work Incentives (DB101)

e) Job development/Marketing of supported employment

f) Ethics and boundaries

g) Disability awareness

• Adherence to AHCCCS Employment Policy 447 (ACOM-447), which states the belief that every person has the capacity to work competitively in the community when the right kind of job and work environment is identified, and supports are present.
• Demonstrate competency required in the following areas:
• i. Member Engagement

ii. AMPM Policy 310-B and AHCCCS Behavioral Health Services Matrix

iii. Disability Benefits 101 (DB101)

iv. RSA / Vocational Rehabilitation

• Staff will ensure that all members receive information to help them make informed decisions about employment, including, but not limited to, the following:

i. Employment supports and services,

ii. Knowledge about the value of employment on their quality of life, and

iii. Understanding of how works affects public benefits and resources so that employment remains an option to the member without fear of losing essential benefits.

• Credentialed as a Behavioral Health Paraprofessional (BHPP) or Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) (A.R.S. Title 32 and A.A.C. R9-10-115)
• Competency to provide services by demonstrating relevant skills and knowledge, as well as verified qualifications such as: education, experience, past supervisory attestations, training, coaching, mentoring.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

1. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.

2. Various community employment settings with varying heat/cool/dust issues.

3. Must be able to stand, sit, walk and talk for extended periods of time

4. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.

5. Varied work environments, including office, warehouse, and community settings.

6. May require use of tools, equipment, or forklift.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Vocational Services: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Gilbert, AZ 85298 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17