Job Developer – Developmental Services

Jobtailor; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated professional to support individuals in finding and sustaining community employment in Somerville, MA. The role involves coordinating training, identifying strengths for tailored job matches, and maintaining records for ongoing placement success.

The position requires a 21+ year old candidate with a high school diploma or GED, a bachelor's in a related field preferred, and 3–5 years of Human Services experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of Human Services experience; related experience may substitute for academic training.
• Strong time management and writing skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 2 weeks of employment.
• Ability to obtain MAP certification within 150 days of employment.
• Ability to obtain Safety Care certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must pass CORI, reference, multi-state background, driving record, and driver screening checks.
• Knowledge of empowerment, self-advocacy, advocacy, communication styles, assessment practices, crisis intervention, community resources, documentation, human/civil/legal rights, and Supported Employment.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis with special-needs populations.
• Ability to create strategies for persons served and provide staff leadership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to assist clients with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to find community employment opportunities.
• Coordinate skill training and assessments related to individual employment goals.
• Seek job opportunities through internet searches, resumes, job fairs, cold calls, mailings, walk-ins, networking, and presentations.
• Develop community contacts for job tours, situational assessments, job placement, and follow-up.
• Identify individuals' strengths and interests for appropriate job matches and develop skills-focused training.
• Respond to issues of persons served and conduct annual employer satisfaction surveys.
• Oversee or provide transportation to work sites.
• Maintain vocational assessments, placement records, staff contacts, and pertinent data.
• Provide onsite and community training for staff, persons served, and employers.
• Direct and manage Job Coaches, including training, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Oversee enclave payment processes and related records.
• Monitor safety standards and issues in community employment placements.
• Prepare documentation for CARF, DDS Survey & Certification, Board of Health, Vinfen Quality Improvement, and Program Evaluation.
• Oversee weekly Job Coach data collection and complete supported employment monthly reports.
• Educate and support families, guardians, DDS, and residential staff regarding community employment.
• Collaborate with residential providers, families, involved parties, clinicians, and the Supported Employment Director.
• Participate in Job Developer meetings, statewide forums, vocational cluster meetings, and staff orientation.
• Ensure job retention through scheduled placement visits and notes.
• Oversee the Employment Resource Center.
• Assist individuals with benefits counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education, or related field

Tools

Computers

Office Equipment

Job description

• Assist individuals to find community employment opportunities
• Coordinate skill training and assessments related to individual employment goals
• Seek job opportunities through internet searches, resumes, job fairs, cold calls, mailings, walk-ins, networking, and presentations
• Develop community contacts for job tours, situational assessments, job placement, and follow-up
• Identify individuals' strengths and interests for appropriate job matches and develop skills-focused training
• Respond to issues of persons served and conduct annual employer satisfaction surveys
• Oversee or provide transportation to work sites
• Maintain vocational assessments, placement records, staff contacts, and pertinent data
• Provide onsite and community training for staff, persons served, and employers
• Direct and manage Job Coaches, including training, coaching, and performance reviews
• Oversee enclave payment processes and related records
• Monitor safety standards and issues in community employment placements
• Prepare documentation for CARF, DDS Survey & Certification, Board of Health, Vinfen Quality Improvement, and Program Evaluation
• Oversee weekly Job Coach data collection and complete supported employment monthly reports
• Educate and support families, guardians, DDS, and residential staff regarding community employment
• Collaborate with residential providers, families, involved parties, clinicians, and the Supported Employment Director
• Participate in Job Developer meetings, statewide forums, vocational cluster meetings, and staff orientation
• Ensure job retention through scheduled placement visits and notes
• Oversee the Employment Resource Center
• Assist individuals with benefits counseling
• Provide crisis intervention as necessary
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of Human Services experience; related experience may substitute for academic training
• Strong time management and writing skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Current, valid US driver's license held for at least 6 months/one year, with safe driving record
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 2 weeks of employment
• Ability to obtain MAP certification within 150 days of employment
• Ability to obtain Safety Care certification within 90 days of employment
• Must pass CORI, reference, multi-state background, driving record, and driver screening checks
• Knowledge of empowerment, self-advocacy, advocacy, communication styles, assessment practices, crisis intervention, community resources, documentation, human/civil/legal rights, and Supported Employment
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis with special-needs populations
• Ability to create strategies for persons served and provide staff leadership
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to assist clients with daily living activities
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, and maneuver through narrow spaces
• Ability to operate computers and office equipment
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in community employment support, including job placement, vocational assessments, and training for individuals with special needs. Proficient in crisis intervention, advocacy, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure successful employment outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Community Employment Support
• Vocational Assessment
• Crisis Intervention
• Job Placement Coordination
• Team Leadership

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Vocational Assessment
• Job Placement Coordination
• Crisis Intervention
• Behavior Analysis
• Benefits Counseling

Soft Skills

• Time Management
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership
• Problem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification
• MAP Certification
• Safety Care Certification

Industry Keywords

• Human Services
• Supported Employment
• Advocacy
• Self-Advocacy
• Community Resources

Tools & Technologies

• Office Equipment
• Computers