Employment Specialist

Compass Career Solutions

Employment Specialist

South Bend, IN +4 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Maintain knowledge of Foundational Community Supports (FCS)
    • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation)
    • Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility.
    • Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
    • Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills.
    • Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage.
    • Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
    • Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment/ service plans.
    • Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers.
    • Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
    • Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
    • Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
    • Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    _ What Makes You A Great Fit:_

    • Two-year degree with two-years’ experience working with people with disabilities, or four years of experience without a degree, is required. Bachelors degree preferred
    • Must be self-motivated, able to manage time, and problem-solve.
    • Must be able to lift and provide physical assistance to program participants.
    • Must be able to teach and coach, handle rejection, have strong interpersonal communication skills, and be adept in the use of technology.
    • Must also be willing and able to represent both the person served and Dungarvin to Vocational Rehabilitation, businesses, and members of the community.
    • Knowledge of the employment environment and hiring processes are strongly preferred.

    Additional Information

    At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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  • Locations
    South Bend, IN • Olympia, WA • Moses Lake, WA • Spokane, WA • Vancouver, WA