Vocational Services Specialist

Peckham, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham, Inc. in Lansing, MI is seeking a Vocational Services Specialist to deliver crisis management, case management, and vocational counseling for participants with barriers to employment. You will provide one-on-one coaching, develop individualized program plans, and connect clients with community resources.

This role emphasizes person-centered supports and a commitment to Peckham’s mission and values. The position focuses on supporting individuals to achieve sustainable employment through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to work through everyday crisis management with team members.
• Ability to understand both the needs of the business line and the needs of the individual on your caseload.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy cultural diversity in the workplace.
• Ability to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive crisis intervention, support, and counseling for participants as needed and make recommendations for needed interventions to promote vocational success.
• Provide person-centered vocational support to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
• Deliver one-on-one counseling, coaching, crisis intervention, and/or training with program participants when needed and/or requested.
• Work to identify strategies to help team member work through everyday crisis and workplace accommodations for program participants to assist them in maximizing their vocational success.
• Process program-specific intake documents and maintain electronic case files for program participants.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new participants.
• Provide person-centered case management services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
• Assist program participants in developing an individualized program plan in consideration of their vocational goals, strengths, interests, functional limitations, and potential utilization of assistive technology and other job accommodations.

Skills

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Resource research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.*

Peckham Inc. - Vocational Services Specialist

SUMMARY The Vocational Services Specialist provides crisis management, vocational services, case management, and human resources support to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. This position provides vocational counseling and coaching to team members to assist them in maintaining employment and providing applicable community resource referrals. The Vocational Services Specialist also provides consultation to Peckham staff to maximize the quality of on-site vocational rehabilitation services.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide intensive crisis intervention, support, and counseling for participants as needed and make recommendations for needed interventions to promote vocational success
• Provide person-centered vocational support to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment
• Deliver one-on-one counseling, coaching, crisis intervention, and/or training with program participants when needed and/or requested
• Work to identify strategies to help team member work through everyday crisis and workplace accommodations for program participants to assist them in maximizing their vocational success
• Process program-specific intake documents and maintain electronic case files for program participants
• Conduct orientation sessions for new participants
• Provide person-centered case management services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment
• Assist program participants in developing an individualized program plan in consideration of their vocational goals, strengths, interests, functional limitations, and potential utilization of assistive technology and other job accommodations
• Work to identify strategies and appropriate assistive technology solutions for program participants to assist them in maximizing their vocational success

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process initial intake documents; Develop and maintain electronic case files
• Provide human resources support to program participants, including new hire orientation, FMLA management, interactive process for accommodations and support with corrective action as needed
• Communicate with community agencies and provide information about community resources to enhance support services for program participants
• Work with an interdepartmental team to monitor participants’ progress and enhance the quality of services provided
• Research and build resources and team knowledge to help Team Members navigate community resources and internal resources so they can develop independence and self-sustainability
• Clearly and accurately document in case files
• Complete required paperwork in a timely manner
• May attend community and Peckham events throughout the year
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Assist in the training of people with disabilities as needed
• Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and services with the highest integrity and ethics to all customers and stakeholders
• Miscellaneous related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

MIMIMUM QUALFICIATIONS

• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to work through everyday crisis management with team members
• Ability to understand both the needs of the business line and the needs of the individual on your caseload
• Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy cultural diversity in the workplace
• Ability to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programs
• This position requires passing and maintaining federal and state security background checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-year related experience in case management
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Past experience providing clinical support
• Conflict Management skills and experience
• Effective Communication and Writing skills
• Mentoring and Coaching skills and experience
• Problem Solving and quality focus
• Stress Management Abilities
• Understanding of public policy and applicable laws
• Ability to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programs

COMPENTENCIES

• Clinical Support
• Confidentiality
• Conflict Management
• Effective Communication
• Effective Writing
• Mentoring and Coaching
• Problem Solving
• Quality
• Stress Management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:

Email us at [e-mail] Call us at [phone] Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm) Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

MISSION

Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence.

VISION

To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions. Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Peckham participates in the E-Verify program.

ABOUT PECKHAM

Peckham is a national award-winning social enterprise, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming. Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning. Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness. Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements.

Business Line: Human Services Location: Lansing, MI Worker Sub-Type: Staff Member