Employment Coordinator

friendsofbroomfield; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) match

Paid training

Job summary

FRIENDS of Broomfield is seeking an Employment Coordinator to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in their employment journey. This role includes job coaching, development, and placement to help adults achieve meaningful employment.

The Employment Coordinator will manage a caseload of clients, working independently and as part of a team. Applicants should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of those served.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adult individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in work settings.
• National Supported Employment Professional Certification preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide job coaching, job placement, and job development.
• Assist individuals in performing job tasks and duties.
• Document progress notes for supported individuals.

Skills

Experience with individuals with IDD

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.A./B.S. in psychology or related field

Job description

EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR

Are you motivated about helping people and working with others to succeed in Supported Employment? Become an EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR with FRIENDS of Broomfield’s Supported Employment Program. FRIENDS is one of Colorado's most established, innovative, and passionate organizations serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). FRIENDS of Broomfield is dedicated to enhancing communities by creating opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through an innovative and person-centered approach.

The EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR position provides ongoing supported employment including job coaching, job placement, and job development for adult individuals with IDD. The EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR works directly with individuals to locate successful and meaningful employment and to assist with learning job tasks and duties to employer specifications. The EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR works with a caseload of adult individuals who have goals to achieve greater independence, meaningful inclusion and engagement in the community, as well as the ability to earn a paycheck.

The EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR’s work environment and schedule will change daily as support work takes place in various businesses in Broomfield and the surrounding areas. The EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR position requires the ability to work independently with excellent self-management and scheduling skills and is also part of a team that works together to routinely and consistently provide support, coverage, and technical advice to one another. Hours are based around the supported individuals’ work schedules but are generally Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Recognize the needs and desires of each individual and provide appropriate support.
• Provide job development, job development activities, and job placement support to assist individuals with obtaining successful and inclusive community employment.
• Provide individualized support and job coaching on the job; assisting individuals to perform job tasks and duties to employer’s specifications.
• Practice positive and professional interpersonal skills with individuals for continuing success on the job.
• Provide transportation for job development activity in the community and to and from different work sites as needed using personal vehicle. A company vehicle use may also be reserved as needed.
• Provide consistent routines, positive reinforcement, motivation, inspiration and moral support to the individuals supported.
• Ability to handle crisis management according to established policy, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to handle minor issues that arise, including de-escalating, re-directing, reporting progress as well as incidents or problems to the Director.
• Consistent and effective communication with supervisor, individuals, employers, families, care providers, DVR counselors, case managers, Supported Employment team members, and other members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed or requested.
• Attend Supported Employment team meetings as well as yearly individual support plan meetings for each individual along with IDT meeting as needed and/or requested.
• Act as an advocate for the individual fostering and supporting a two-way relationship of respect and dignity between the individual, their employer, and other community members.
• Understand each person’s DVR Plan for Employment (IPE) or Case Management Individual Service Plan (ISP) and assist the individual with creating and working towards measurable goals that align with the support services and units authorized within their plans.
• Document concise and objective progress notes in Therap that provide information on what supports you are providing along with the progress of each individual.
• Keep up with required trainings including First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, and Relias.

Job Qualifications

• Experience working with adult individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in work settings.
• National Supported Employment Professional Certification preferred.
• A., B.S. in psychology, human services or related field preferred.
• Reliable transportation, possession of a valid driver’s license, and the ability to meet FRIENDS driving requirements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Dedicated to working as part of a team to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Reports to: Director of Supported Employment

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (weekends and holidays as needed may vary depending on support needs for individual work schedules; 'we work when they work')

Classification: Full Time/ Non-Exempt

Benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance, life and accident insurance, PTO, six paid sick days, eight paid holidays, 401(k) match, paid training

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.