Supported Employment

The Arc of High Point; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dedicated individual to advocate for and support people with disabilities in achieving their personal and professional goals. This role involves providing hands-on training, building community relationships, and ensuring participants are treated with dignity and respect. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to fostering positive relationships within the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 1-year work experience.
• Must maintain confidentiality of information about participants.
• Must be willing to obtain additional training/conferences.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training to assist and support participants.
• Advocating on behalf of program participants.
• Assist and support people to realize their goals.

Skills

Advocacy

Communication

Time Management

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Qualifications:

*Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

*Must be at least 21 years of age

*Must have a minimum of 1-year work experience

*Must be in good physical, mental and emotional health

*Must be willing to obtain additional training/conferences or workshops

*Must maintain confidentiality of information about participants, records, practices, and Company business affairs

*Must be an Advocate for people with disabilities and teach members of the community to treat people supported with dignity and respect by modeling positive attitudes and respectful communication and interactions

Specific Responsibilities:

Provide on-the-job training to assist and support participants in mastering the tasks required for the position obtained.

Interface with employers to build community relationships and assist in successful job placements.

Perform prevocational activities including but not limited to; mock interviewing, resume building, application assistance, and problem solving.

Develop rapport with Participants to ensure the most suitable job match is attained.

Due to the dynamic nature of the position, the ideal candidate will be able to multi-task, manage time effectively, and display the ability to communicate productively with a variety of personnel and must follow standards and practices of employers while on the job site.

Maintain an accurate calendar of activities in Google and notify the supervisor of any schedule changes.

Advocating on behalf of program participants to always ensure equal opportunities to increase employee skills to provide new opportunities and growth on the job site.

Model and maintain good work habits to include punctuality, communication, a positive attitude, professional appearance, and accountability.

Complete all necessary documentation and notes as assigned by the supervisor in a timely manner.

Occupational transportation will be required (and reimbursed) to and from services and throughout the day if needed for participants.

This position requires open availability and flexibility to coordinate with the training needs of the participants, which can include evenings and weekends.

Must maintain a valid driver's license, operable vehicle, valid tags and auto insurance.

Acts as an advocate for participants to protect their legal rights.

Assist and support people to realize their goals and attain personal outcomes.

Assist and support people to develop and/or maintain a social and natural support network.

Assist and support people to maintain their health and wellbeing.

Assist and support people to utilize the community and its resources.

Assist and support people to direct their services and make informed choices in all aspects of their life.

Assist and support people to have a safe environment in which to live and work, free of abuse, neglect and exploitation.