Employment Coordinator

Sirs Inc; Boonville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Professional development assistance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sirs, Inc. is seeking an Employment Consultant to support a High School/Young Adult Project SEARCH program at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Boonville, IN.

You will work with the Transition Instructor to place students in community jobs and build meaningful internship experiences. The role emphasizes coordination with Warrick County School System, hospital staff, and employers to expand opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities, with flexible hours and possible summer

Qualifications

• Case management skills required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate creation of the Project SEARCH Transition program with the instructor.
• Help students and young adults obtain internships and employment.
• Coordinate with school district and hospital partners to expand internships.
• Advocate for interns and program improvement.
• Support additional hours during waiver/VR employment and summer sessions.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree or coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

ES Milestones Full Time Regular Boonville, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1342

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Annually

This position is central to building connections in our community so that the individual(s) they work with have the opportunity for full inclusion and the gift of living their best life!

You would assist individuals with developmental disabilities discover their interests and obtain employment in the community from start to finish. Come and start your journey in making a difference with us...

The position provides services at Deaconess Gateway site location three days a week, between the hours 7:30am-2:30pm. Position follows Warrick School Corporation academic calendar.

The Employment Consultant works directly with the Transition Instructor in collaborating to create a High School/Young Adult Project SEARCH Transition program for students and young adults with developmental disabilities at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. The Employment Consultant facilitates the acquisition of jobs by the participating students and young adults as they complete their internships within Deaconess Gateway. They work in partnership with Warrick County School System and Deaconess Gateway Hospital to increase training and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. Develops high quality internships with Instructor, observes department work and identifies core skills for interns to learn; provides employer education on disability information and training strategies; works with mentor to provide appropriate support and communicates to gain evaluation and intern feedback; advocates for program and interns.

Additional hours/ caseload for Waiver extended services and VR employment as directed for full time hours and during summer when Project Search is not is session.

Education and Experience

Case management skills preferred. Communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, or train others to accomplish goals experience is required. Ideal candidate would also be able to demonstrate that they are dependable and flexible. Ideal candidate will have an intermediate level skill in working with Microsoft Office programs.

Qualifications

• The minimum age requirement is 18 years.
• Valid driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass a TB test, drug screen and comprehensive background check.
• College degree or coursework preferred.
• Experience in special education, supported employment, and/or transition service delivery may substitute for degree

Requirements

• CPR/First Aid - provided.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some college courses preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to grasp the equivalent of a 12 oz. can.
• Reliable transportation with current vehicle insurance.

Benefits

• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Interested?

SIRS, Inc. is a qualifying organization under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.