Employment Specialist

Sound Employment Services; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan (403B)

Mileage reimbursement

Employer contributions after 30 days

Job summary

SOUND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is seeking an Employment Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities. Under the direction of the Executive Director, you will manage a caseload, provide employment and community access services, and collaborate with families, employers, and staff to ensure successful client transitions.

The role emphasizes marketing, client assessment, resume preparation, transportation planning, on-site training, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or commensurate training/experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with persons with developmental disabilities.
• Experience in marketing or job development desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and access to a vehicle; driving record checked.

Responsibilities

• Market and develop relationships with employers and the community to create job opportunities.
• Assess clients, identify skills, and prepare resumes and job analyses.
• Coordinate communication with clients, families, employers, and staff for successful transition.
• Arrange transportation to and from work with the support network.
• Develop direct instruction plans for on-site training and social integration.
• Create Individual Employment Plans and progress reports, maintaining on-the-job records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the director.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

Marketing / business development

Valid WA driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services

Experience with developmental disabilities

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

SOUND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Employment Specialist

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Executive Director, will

Manage a caseload and provide individual supported

Employment services and/or Community Access services for adults with developmental disabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Job Marketing/Development – participate in marketing activities to promote and educate prospective employers and the community about the agency and its services; survey labor market for potential jobs; make regular contacts with employers to develop possible job opportunities.
• Client Assessment/Job Matching – conduct client assessments to determine skills and abilities and interests; prepare resumes; prepare job analysis of work environments; determine appropriate job placements.
• Coordination/Collaboration – effectively communicate with clients/parents/employers/client’s co-workers/agency staff/case managers/residential staff/and others involved in the successful transition, training, and follow-up of clients into supported employment.
• Travel Planning/Transportation – arrange in conjunction with client’s support network transportation to and from work.
• Technical Knowledge – develop and implement a direct instruction plan for clients at work site: including co-worker training, specific skill training, social integration, and development of natural supports between employer and employee, as well as plans for follow-up.
• Written Communication – develop and implement Individual Employment Plans and/or Community Access Plans and 6 month progress reports for each client; data collection and documentation; maintain all on-the-job records for staff and client, in a professional, thorough, and timely manner.
• Other – perform other duties as assigned by director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services field or commensurate training/ experience preferred. Knowledge/experience of supported employment principles and procedures very desirable.
• 2. A minimum of 1 year of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• 3. Experience in marketing/job development desirable.
• 4. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• 5. Ability to work flexible hours and independently. Good time management skills.
• 6. Valid Washington State driver’s license. Must have daily access to an automobile for transportation of self and clients. Must have a WA drivers license. Must have verification of auto insurance.
• 7. Must agree to a Background Check conducted by Washington State.

SALARY: $21

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to join a retirement plan, 403B7, with
• Employee & Employer contributions after 30 days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Company Description

We are a small boutique hands on company that has been around for 37yrs

Company Description

We are a small boutique hands on company that has been around for 37yrs