Vocational Crew Lead

Easter Seal Society Of Superior California; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in California seeks a dedicated individual to provide hands-on services and support for persons with disabilities. This role involves training, advocacy, and collaboration to enhance career independence. The ideal candidate will have experience in community service and effective communication skills. Flexibility in scheduling is required, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training and assess skills for individuals on work crews.
• Maintain documentation such as case notes and incident reports.
• Transport clients to work sites and maintain vehicle paperwork.

Skills

Effective interpersonal communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

General office software

Job description

Under the supervision of the respective Contract Manager (Landscaping or Janitorial), an individual provides hands-on services, supports, on-the-job training, vocational training, and counseling to assist persons with disabilities in developing career independence. This is achieved through collaboration with the individual's Employment Specialist, person-centered planning with the individual and team members to develop, implement, evaluate, and amend client Individual Service Plan goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may also be assigned:

Direct Service:

• Act as an advocate and role model for all individuals served, serving as a liaison between Easter Seals and the contracts served.
• Provide on-the-job training, assess skills, and determine employment needs for individuals on work crews.
• Maintain documentation such as case notes, flowsheets, and incident reports.
• Report work/contract-related questions or concerns to the Contract Manager; collaborate on SOW and explore opportunities to increase revenue, including suggesting additional work at sites.
• Submit completed work checklists with photos to the Contract Manager.
• Support work crews with completing their timecards.
• Review Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Individualized Program Plans (IPP) for individuals under your supervision, providing on-the-job services and supports.
• Assist in identifying needs for accommodations, adaptive equipment, or technology to enhance employment opportunities and personal satisfaction.
• Assist in the development of the work site.
• Complete and submit required paperwork for each job site promptly.
• Work with the Employment Specialist to ensure appropriate Job Coaching training and retraining.
• Assist the Director or Contract Manager in developing individual-employee job descriptions, including task analysis for vocational training.
• Complete and document all mandatory training, including Easter Seals, Cal-OSHA, and worksite training, annually or as needed.
• Pick up and deliver work service contract supplies as needed.
• Transport clients to work sites and maintain vehicle paperwork.
• Cross-train on all contract work, both paid and volunteer, to meet operational needs.
• Attend all Easter Seals Enterprises (ESE) team meetings as scheduled.
• Comply with privacy laws and HIPAA regulations, understanding the consequences of non-compliance.
• Follow all safety procedures outlined by the Injury, Illness, and Prevention Program (IIPP) Safety Manual, OSHA, and Cal-OSHA, and understand the consequences of non-compliance.
• Provide exceptional customer service internally and externally.
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7.5 hours per day.

Meetings:

• Attend and participate in monthly Easter Seals Enterprises staff meetings.
• Participate in Case Record Review meetings and other scheduled meetings.
• Attend annual and semi-annual meetings to review clients' progress.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 1991.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED recommended; or one year of full-time experience working with individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working Knowledge of:

• Community service philosophies, objectives, and goals.
• Disabilities and characteristics of the individuals served.
• Effective interpersonal communication.
• Community resources and related agencies.
• Janitorial and/or landscaping-grounds maintenance.

Language Skills:

• Effective verbal communication.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from supervisors, case managers, clients, and the public.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform basic calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability:

• Problem-solving skills and ability to use available resources.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Interpret and follow instructions in various formats.
• Maintain composure and good judgment under stress.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid California driver's license, proof of liability insurance, and acceptable driving record.
• Fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice.
• Current CPR with AED certification.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Proof of negative TB test within 12 months.
• Pre-placement back assessment.
• Federal PIV Badge.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in general office software.
• Ability to operate program-related equipment safely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment is an open warehouse and/or outdoor setting with moderate to high noise levels. The environment is wheelchair accessible and provides semi-private office space for meetings and documentation review. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.