Career Coach for People with Disabilities

Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon seeks an Employment Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in securing and thriving in community employment. The role involves on-site work with individuals, collaboration with families and community partners, and connection with local employers to create matched opportunities.

Responsibilities include skill assessment, service planning, and coaching on communication and accommodations while coordinating with residential supports to

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including families, residential supports and employers.
• Proficient in planning, scheduling and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Reliable attendance is mandatory.
• Identify opportunities for career growth with the employer and their supported employee.
• Develop leads and contacts at community businesses to secure employment opportunities.
• Coordinate training on effective communication techniques and natural supports in the workplace.
• Record billable hours and monitor progress toward individual goals.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional conduct at all times.

Skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon seeks an Employment Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in securing and thriving in community employment. The role involves on-site work with individuals, collaboration with families and community partners, and connection with local employers to create matched opportunities.

Responsibilities include skill assessment, service planning, and coaching on communication and accommodations while coordinating with residential supports to