Parker Personal Care Homes
Employment Specialist
Parker Personal Care Homes, Lakewood, Colorado, United States,
Employment Specialist / Job Coach
Competitive Integrated Employment
Denver metro area - Full-Time
** Must be located in the Denver metro area or planning to relocate in the next 30 days
SIGN-ON BONUS
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(current employees and alumni excluded)
Do you believe employment can enhance the lives of the Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled (I/DD) community?
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Our Employment Specialists champion employment as an important part of the lives of our members in services by partnering with employers, families, consumers and the community
What You'll Do
Employment Specialists, or job coaches, play an important role within our organization by providing support to individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment; assisting them to secure and maintain employment. You will work closely with members in services, employers and community organizations to ensure successful job placement, job development and job retention.
You will support those with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) in achieving their career goals by providing coaching, training, and mentoring for those seeking paid, integrated employment in the community.
Some of your key responsibilities will be to:Encourage individuals' self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision-making while providing job support and following Service Plans and Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) authorizationsTeach and support employees with their new and ongoing work responsibilities through on-site instruction and coaching and create and follow fading plans for onsite support (A fading plan is a plan implemented from day one for how the Employment Specialist will back away from direct supports)Strongly engage in job development tasks for the member in services by working with and assessing the member's skills, interests, and any barriers to employment and creating a specific job development plan based on the member's skills, interests, and goalsComply with PPCH policies and the rules and regulations of State and Federal oversight agencies and maintain knowledge and understanding of those agencies' policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelinesPromptly communicate and report all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies and/or significant incidents to the appropriate agencies, teams, or individualsAttend meeting and staffings as needed or requested and assist with other vocational employment needs and communicationsand so much more...
What You'll Need
A high school diploma or equivalent is required - Bachelors degree is preferredTo successfully complete the provided PPCH required training1+ years of experience working with people with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) is requiredProficiency with Microsoft Office suite or similar software is requiredCustomer service and sales experience is preferredExperience working with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is preferredExperience working in the Colorado Intellectual and Development Disabilities System is preferredStrong written and verbal communication skills with effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is usedExcellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work and adhere to your schedule independently with little of no direct supervision, holding yourself accountable to deadlinesAbility to learn and support others in using assistive technology, such as programs or applications providing help with communications, etcAbility to constructively receive and provide feedbackAbility and willingness to complete required training and learn and follow PPCH operations and systemsA valid driver's license and ability to meet PPCH's driving requirementsImportant - Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work is frequently performed in community and business settings and sometimes performed at PPCH offices and uses typical office equipment such as a computer, tablet and phoneOccasional lifting and carrying of approximately 15 pounds is necessaryDriving throughout the Denver Metro area is required on a regular basisDriving, walking, and standing for extended periods of time is necessaryYou'll Get...
SIGN-ON BONUS
(current employees and alumni excluded)
Hourly Hiring Range: $20.00 - $22.00+
Benefits for Full-time Employees
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance availableGenerous paid vacation and sick timeSix paid holidays and 3 floating holidays401k with matching contributions when eligibleCompany-paid comprehensive trainingand more...The above information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of this job.
The PPCH mission is to build an inclusive and supportive community for the people we serve.
Founded in 1995, Parker Personal Care Homes (PPCH) has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Colorado Front Range for almost 30 years.
As an organization that takes pride in the community we've created, we are determined to remain true to our core values of:
CommunityInnovative ThinkingIndividualized ApproachFamilyAcceptance and EqualityCompassionPersonal Growth
Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction, and personal growth - all while providing excellent services to our customers. Learn more about PPCH at: www.parkerpch.com
NOTE:
To be considered for this position, you must complete your profile and apply to this position through our career site at:
www.parkerpch.com/careers
so that you're entered into our ADP system.
Parker Personal Care Homes, Inc. (PPCH) is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusivity, and wage equity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
PPCH uses E-verify.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by email, include the job title and number and confirm your request for an accommodation to recruitment@parkerpch.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a PPCH employee and routed to a recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Competitive Integrated Employment
Denver metro area - Full-Time
** Must be located in the Denver metro area or planning to relocate in the next 30 days
SIGN-ON BONUS
!
(current employees and alumni excluded)
Do you believe employment can enhance the lives of the Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled (I/DD) community?
~~~~~~~~~
Our Employment Specialists champion employment as an important part of the lives of our members in services by partnering with employers, families, consumers and the community
What You'll Do
Employment Specialists, or job coaches, play an important role within our organization by providing support to individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment; assisting them to secure and maintain employment. You will work closely with members in services, employers and community organizations to ensure successful job placement, job development and job retention.
You will support those with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) in achieving their career goals by providing coaching, training, and mentoring for those seeking paid, integrated employment in the community.
Some of your key responsibilities will be to:Encourage individuals' self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision-making while providing job support and following Service Plans and Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) authorizationsTeach and support employees with their new and ongoing work responsibilities through on-site instruction and coaching and create and follow fading plans for onsite support (A fading plan is a plan implemented from day one for how the Employment Specialist will back away from direct supports)Strongly engage in job development tasks for the member in services by working with and assessing the member's skills, interests, and any barriers to employment and creating a specific job development plan based on the member's skills, interests, and goalsComply with PPCH policies and the rules and regulations of State and Federal oversight agencies and maintain knowledge and understanding of those agencies' policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelinesPromptly communicate and report all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies and/or significant incidents to the appropriate agencies, teams, or individualsAttend meeting and staffings as needed or requested and assist with other vocational employment needs and communicationsand so much more...
What You'll Need
A high school diploma or equivalent is required - Bachelors degree is preferredTo successfully complete the provided PPCH required training1+ years of experience working with people with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) is requiredProficiency with Microsoft Office suite or similar software is requiredCustomer service and sales experience is preferredExperience working with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is preferredExperience working in the Colorado Intellectual and Development Disabilities System is preferredStrong written and verbal communication skills with effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is usedExcellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work and adhere to your schedule independently with little of no direct supervision, holding yourself accountable to deadlinesAbility to learn and support others in using assistive technology, such as programs or applications providing help with communications, etcAbility to constructively receive and provide feedbackAbility and willingness to complete required training and learn and follow PPCH operations and systemsA valid driver's license and ability to meet PPCH's driving requirementsImportant - Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work is frequently performed in community and business settings and sometimes performed at PPCH offices and uses typical office equipment such as a computer, tablet and phoneOccasional lifting and carrying of approximately 15 pounds is necessaryDriving throughout the Denver Metro area is required on a regular basisDriving, walking, and standing for extended periods of time is necessaryYou'll Get...
SIGN-ON BONUS
(current employees and alumni excluded)
Hourly Hiring Range: $20.00 - $22.00+
Benefits for Full-time Employees
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance availableGenerous paid vacation and sick timeSix paid holidays and 3 floating holidays401k with matching contributions when eligibleCompany-paid comprehensive trainingand more...The above information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of this job.
The PPCH mission is to build an inclusive and supportive community for the people we serve.
Founded in 1995, Parker Personal Care Homes (PPCH) has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Colorado Front Range for almost 30 years.
As an organization that takes pride in the community we've created, we are determined to remain true to our core values of:
CommunityInnovative ThinkingIndividualized ApproachFamilyAcceptance and EqualityCompassionPersonal Growth
Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction, and personal growth - all while providing excellent services to our customers. Learn more about PPCH at: www.parkerpch.com
NOTE:
To be considered for this position, you must complete your profile and apply to this position through our career site at:
www.parkerpch.com/careers
so that you're entered into our ADP system.
Parker Personal Care Homes, Inc. (PPCH) is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusivity, and wage equity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
PPCH uses E-verify.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by email, include the job title and number and confirm your request for an accommodation to recruitment@parkerpch.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a PPCH employee and routed to a recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.