Career Development & Job Placement Coordinator

Keystone Human Services; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

and more!

Job summary

Keystone Human Services is hiring a casual/per diem Supported Employment Coordinator to help adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities find and maintain meaningful employment. You will lead employment services, tailor supports, and build partnerships with employers to create opportunities for job seekers.

Responsibilities include discovery, job development, resume and interview coaching, on-the-job training, advocacy, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of full-time work experience supporting adults in the human services field.
• Ability to obtain ACRE certification within six months of employment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent presentation, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills, ability to use MS Word, Excel, Outlook and learn web-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to complete the “Discovery Process,” identifying vocational themes and ideal employment conditions
• Engage in person-centered job development using networks, informational interviews, work experiences, and marketing strategies
• Target individualized job goals and negotiate employment opportunities with potential employers
• Support job seekers in developing employment skills including resume writing, application completion, and interview preparation
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and advocacy to ensure successful job placement and retention
• Maintain a centralized database of employer contacts and potential job opportunities
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to identify employment outcomes and develop actionable plans
• Educate employers on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and address any concerns
• Conduct job and task analyses to ensure optimal job matches and successful performance
• Represent job seekers during negotiations and resolve employment-related challenges
• Advise individuals on the impact of employment on benefits
• Explore and facilitate self-employment, resource ownership, and business ownership options
• Assist individuals in developing transportation solutions and skills for job access

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ACRE certification (within 6 months)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Keystone Human Services is hiring a casual/per diem Supported Employment Coordinator to help adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities find and maintain meaningful employment. You will lead employment services, tailor supports, and build partnerships with employers to create opportunities for job seekers.

Responsibilities include discovery, job development, resume and interview coaching, on-the-job training, advocacy, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure