Employment Specialist

PA Inclusive; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated professional to manage caseloads and lead a team in providing direct care services. This role involves assisting individuals with disabilities in securing competitive employment, while also overseeing staff and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in coaching or mentoring. With a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO and medical insurance, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Matching

Paid Training

Mileage Reimbursements

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to obtain required employment certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of staff and clients, ensuring compliance.
• Assist individuals in obtaining competitive integrated employment.

Skills

Coaching

Teaching

Mentoring

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HCSIS

CDWS

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Manage assigned caseload of staff and clients.
2. Lead assigned caseload, including assisting in scheduling, recruiting, hiring, and supervising staff.
3. Provide Direct Care services to individuals and/or fill in for open shifts as necessary.
4. Market agency services to Support Coordinators, OVR Counselors, families, and other external entities to grow referrals in all territories under your employ.
5. Ensure compliant case management for OVR and ODP using HCSIS and CDWS systems, including maintaining updated files and compliance matters as directed.
6. Assist individuals in preparing for and obtaining competitive integrated employment, including job finding, coaching, assessment, and teaching employment duties.
7. Obtain training/certification according to ODP and agency requirements and promote these programs to Supervisors, DSPs, and Job Coaches.
8. Assist individuals in preparing for their jobs, including orientation, development of work plans, reinforcing responsibilities, and communicating with employers about role scope.
9. Implement assistive work tools and accommodations to ensure job success.
10. Supervise Direct Service staff in the assigned territory.
11. Maintain positive relationships with clients, inform them of agency activities, and check on service satisfaction.
12. Document monthly touch base meetings with clients, including schedules, staffing, and agency activities.
13. Allocate time effectively across agency services such as employment, in-home, community supports, and participation supports as directed.
14. Collaborate with Therap systems, billing, training, QA, compliance, and administration to deliver services effectively.
15. Attend required meetings, including ISP, intake, and agency meetings.
16. Develop and report success stories of clients, including at least one story with a picture each week.
17. Be willing to work flexible hours and be on call 24-7, or have staff who are.
18. Serve as a member of the agency leadership team.
19. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

PA Inclusive offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical and Dental Insurance, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401K Matching Retirement Plan, Paid Training, and Mileage Reimbursements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or mental health disabilities preferred.
• Transferable skills in coaching, teaching, mentoring, or similar experiences preferred.
• Ability to obtain required employment certifications including, but not limited to, APSE CESP, ACRE, and/or Discovery.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, computer proficiency, strong documentation, and organizational skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and Clean Driving Record.
• Must pass Child Abuse History and Criminal Record Check, and not be excluded from State of PA Exclusion Lists.