Workforce Development - Job Developer - Westerville

Alpha Group Of Delaware Inc; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Group Of Delaware Inc in Westerville, OH is seeking a Job Developer to assist individuals with disabilities in finding employment and developing job-ready skills.

The role collaborates with employers, case managers, and the Workforce Development Manager to place clients and ensure compliant, quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to follow support plans and communicate clearly.
• Strong organizational and confidentiality skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop individual community-based jobs for clients with disabilities and coordinate with employers.
• Provide consultation and training information to support clients, Job Coaches, and staff.
• Ensure timely communication with customers and team members.
• Coordinate services with other agencies and document billing and referrals within timelines.
• Transport clients to appointments and job sites as needed.
• Explain wage reimbursement incentives to clients and employers.
• Mentor new Job Developers on job development and billing procedures.

Skills

Experience with IDD

Compassionate and dependable

Follow support plans

Team and client communication

Read/write English

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Westerville, OH 43082Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 HourlyReports To: Workforce Development Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Class 1, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: 8am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, and alternate hours as required or requested

Position Summary:

The Job Developer will assist individuals with disabilities to find suitable employment opportunities. They will work closely with clients and employers to assess and develop job-related skills, make connections with employers, and assist with successful job placements.

Essential Functions:

• Develop individual community-based jobs for clients with a wide range of disabilities based on customer/referral source input, make employer contacts, develop and implement job placement plans
• Provide consultation, training strategy information, and accommodation information to support the individual, Job Coaches, employers, referral sources, and supervisors
• Ensure that all customers and team members receive necessary and timely communication
• Coordinate services with other agencies and staff
• Ensure billing and reports are sent to customers in a timely fashion and referrals are addressed within ten days of receipt
• Provide job site follow-up as needed
• Assist in generating new referrals
• Transport clients to appointments, interviews, meetings and work as needed
• Explain and use employment and wage reimbursement incentives to clients, employers, agencies and families
• Ensure a high level of quality services
• Mentor all new Job Developers regarding all aspects of job development, service delivery, paperwork and billing
• Respond immediately to complaints and concerns
• Ensures compliance with CARF standards
• Other duties as assigned

QualificationsQualifications:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable
• Ability to follow support plans and communicate clearly with team members
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Must have conflict resolution and organizational skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate and interact in a positive manner, utilizing both written and verbal methods, with participants, families, advocates, employees, and referring agencies
• Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office software and other web-based software
• Must represent The Alpha Group and its participants to the public in a professional manner
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred
• Must be willing and able to travel to various job sites
• Ability to pass background checks and required screenings
• Must remain in compliance with all regulatory standards governing program services, including appropriate training
• Must have or obtain First Aid/CPR/AED training certification
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English

Alpha is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and individuals served.