Employment Specialist

Provide supported employment, life skills training and related services to persons with disabilities in the Washington DC areas. At least a Bachelor degree in a related field and related experience is required. This position requires a self-starter with computer and time management skills, who can work a flexible schedule. Good driving record and documentation of adequate insurance required. Compensation based on education, skills, and experience.

Compensation:

Compensation is excellent and based on education, experience, and additional applicable skills.

Requirements:

Assess client skills and abilities and requirements of specific employment situations for the purpose of job/client matching;

Maintain required documentation on each client;

Prepare written reports in the appropriate format for the referral source on a monthly, quarterly, or as-needed basis;

Communicate with employers at local businesses to develop employment opportunities for specific clients with severe/most severe disabilities;

Assist clients with application and interview process and coordinate arrangements for job placement;

Train and counsel clients in competitive employment using systematic instructional techniques, compensatory strategies, job adaptation/modification and positive behavioral support techniques;

Monitor and evaluate client work performance by assessing skill acquisition and production data and obtaining feedback from client, employer and coworkers, providing additional training or intervention as needed;

Provide on-going assessment and follow-along services as needed and authorized;

Provide Independent Living Skills & Life Skills Training, to clients in community based, individual settings;

Prepare written materials for clients, employers and counselors;

Communicate with referral sources and other service providers on an on-going basis in a holistic approach to providing long-term service to persons with varying levels of disabilities, including the need for (and use of) authorized hours in advance;

Provide job site consultations and back-up support as needed;

Advocate for the employment of persons with severe/most severe disabilities with family members, service providers and employers through one to one and group presentations;

Participate in the process of achieving and maintaining CARF accreditation;

Use a computer and telephone effectively;

Communicate effectively with clients and staff verbally and in written form;

Manage time effectively and have availability to work various hours of the day and night;

Complete paperwork in a timely manner;

Attend and actively engage in Employer Network meetings;

Attend and actively engage in Supported Employment Provider Forums;

Obtain and report relevant ongoing education;

Participate in appropriate rehabilitation professional associations;

Assist Director in training new staff;

Perform other duties as assigned.

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