Community-Based Employment Specialist

Benchmark Human Services; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement Opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Referral Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services is seeking an Employment Consultant to develop and implement individualized plans to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain community-based employment. This full-time role primarily serves Elkhart and St.

Joseph Counties in Indiana, with responsibilities including building community partnerships, coordinating interview prep, and guiding job development through job shadowing and training.

Qualifications

• College degree and/or some experience preferred.
• Three years experience in business world in management or supervisory role.
• A minimum of three years of continuous, recent experience in a single position or with one employer.

Responsibilities

• Determine necessary information regarding referred individuals for employment services to develop a strategy to implement the goal of community-based employment through in person and remote communication.
• Build relationships, research and retain information related to what businesses in the community need related to hiring and maintaining employees.
• Match employer expectations and needs to the abilities and strengths of underemployed or unemployed individuals with disabilities.
• Assist client in interview preparation and transportation.
• Communicate and meet with referring entities in regard to planning, client evaluation, and job placement efforts.
• Supervise job coaches as they assist with client-specific job shadowing, assessments, job development and/or training.
• Attendance for work per requirements of program, Benchmark, and client specific needs.
• Must maintain good attendance throughout employment.
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Driving

Organization

Education

College degree or equivalent

Management/supervisory experience

Job description

Benchmark Human Services is seeking an Employment Consultant to develop and implement individualized plans to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain community-based employment. This full-time role primarily serves Elkhart and St.

Joseph Counties in Indiana, with responsibilities including building community partnerships, coordinating interview prep, and guiding job development through job shadowing and training.