Disability Job Developer & Career Counselor

Tempus Unlimited, Inc.; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Paid time off

Tempus Wellness

401(k) / Retirement plan

Job summary

Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is hiring a full-time Employment Services Job Developer and Career Counselor to build community partnerships and place individuals with disabilities into competitive, integrated employment.

The role emphasizes outreach, career planning and ongoing supports within the southeastern Massachusetts/Boston area. The ideal candidate will develop individualized career plans, coordinate with MassAbility programs, and document outcomes for contract performance.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and writing vocational assessments, career planning and job placement.
• Experience working with people with disabilities in vocational rehabilitation services is preferred.
• Knowledge of MassAbility Competitive Integrated Employment Services is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a community network of businesses to access on-site assessment and employment opportunities.
• Outreach and marketing to educate community businesses about Options resources for job candidates when there are vacancies.
• Develop career plans that determine goals for employment.
• Understand the On-The-Job Training process between MassAbility and community businesses.
• Submit documentation for monthly billing.
• Assist people to obtain employment according to the Career Plan.
• Assist people to maintain their employment through documented planning.
• Maximize the independence of consumer during all services.

Skills

Bilingual

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is hiring a full-time Employment Services Job Developer and Career Counselor to build community partnerships and place individuals with disabilities into competitive, integrated employment.

The role emphasizes outreach, career planning and ongoing supports within the southeastern Massachusetts/Boston area. The ideal candidate will develop individualized career plans, coordinate with MassAbility programs, and document outcomes for contract performance.