Employment Mentor - Boise

RISE Services, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible schedule

Meaningful Work

Employee Assistance Program

Premium Holiday Pay

Educational Assistance

Mileage Reimbursement

Retirement Plan with company match

Job summary

RISE Services, Inc. is seeking Employment Mentors to provide individualized one-on-one training and support at client work sites. You will help develop job-keeping behaviors, perform task analyses, and identify reasonable accommodations while acting as an advocate for clients on the job.

You will document daily progress, conduct evaluations, and maintain accurate time, mileage, and billing records. A high school diploma or GED, clean background, reliable transportation, and CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and their supervisors.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with clients and team members.
• Demonstrates a professional attitude and appearance in all work relations.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage clients to maintain their jobs.
• Communicate with the client's supervisor about services and progress.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and team members.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude in all interactions.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

THE COMPANY

Since 1987, RISE has provided practical, professional, and personal growth opportunities for children, adults, and their families. With our innovative approach, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals and families we serve through the delivery of person-centered services.

Our services have expanded from moving individuals living in institutions to family settings into supporting adults and children with highly diverse support needs in a wide variety of homes and community-based settings.

THE POSITION

Our Employment Mentors provide individualized one-on-one, on-the-job training and support to help meet the needs of their clients, including: developing appropriate job-keeping behaviors, task analysis, development of skills in order to complete specific tasks, the development of natural supports, and the identification and implementation of reasonable accommodations at a job site. Our Employment Mentors act as an advocate for our individuals on the job site.

Additionally, Employment Mentors will document their client's daily progress and conduct periodic evaluations to ensure clients are meeting their goals. Due to the autonomy associated with this position, employees are required to maintain accurate time and mileage logs, as well as accurate billing information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports and encourages people to maintain their jobs
• Communicates with the client's supervisor at the job site regarding services and progress
• Must establish and maintain positive relationships with all clients and team members
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude in all work relations with appropriate communication/appearance

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old
• Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license and car insurance
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must provide or obtain CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by RISE)

What Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work?

Perks for All:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible schedule
• Meaningful Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Premium Holiday Pay
• Educational Assistance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Retirement Plan with company match

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:

(a) Dedicated fax [phone]

(b) Dedicated email [e-mail] DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

(c) US mail -4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources

(d) Dedicated phone [phone] Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.