Community Employment Consultant for People with Disabilities

Benchmark Human Services; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick time pay

401(k) match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Quarterly incentives

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee referral pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services in Indiana seeks an Employment Consultant to assist individuals with disabilities in securing and maintaining community-based employment, primarily serving Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties.

This full-time role offers opportunities to impact lives through individualized planning and community engagement. The position requires developing relationships with local employers, coordinating with job coaches, and guiding clients through interview preparation and transportation to

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• College degree and/or some experience preferred.
• Three (3) years experience in business world in management or supervisory role.
• A minimum of three (3) 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.

Education

College degree

Job description

Benchmark Human Services in Indiana seeks an Employment Consultant to assist individuals with disabilities in securing and maintaining community-based employment, primarily serving Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties.

This full-time role offers opportunities to impact lives through individualized planning and community engagement. The position requires developing relationships with local employers, coordinating with job coaches, and guiding clients through interview preparation and transportation to