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Employment Support Specialist

Employment Support Specialist

Noble + KOIIndianapolis, IN, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Noble Values : People First - Equity - Community - Self-Determination – Diversity

Noble Mission : To expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through individualized services

NOBLE, INC. EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary : The Employment Support Specialist integrates the personal growth of NEWS employees with Noble’s services and the needs of business partners

Supervisory Responsibilities : No

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Work from home eligible : No

Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Provide oversight at multiple work sites across Indianapolis region
  • Serve as liaison for program to coordinate supported employment and Vocational Rehabilitation services
  • Develop and deliver work and life skills training based on individual needs, including retraining and support services as necessary
  • Assist with recruitment, placement, and training of NEWS programs at all sites
  • Conduct job development, analysis, and resource and compatibility assessments based on individuals’ skills, abilities, needs, and goals
  • Lead or support person-centered planning meetings for assigned cases or upon request Stay informed about NEWS activities across all sites to support organizational flexibility
  • Coordinate with manager and team to facilitate coverage in the event of staff absence.
  • Support individuals in resolving service-related issues
  • Seek out and / or act on opportunities to engage in advocacy efforts that preserve the rights of persons served.
  • Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements :

  • Effective communication skills
  • Understanding of different learning styles
  • Passion for problem solving and designing solutions
  • Education and Experience :

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D
  • One year of work experience with individuals with disabilities and / or practical experience in a human services field preferred
  • Working knowledge of frameworks common to disability services practices, especially those most broadly subscribed to by Noble such as the LifeCourse Framework
  • Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification and must stay current on all other training as defined by state, accreditation body or organization guidelines
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Prolonged periods of sustained activity including standing, walking and light lifting (2 – 20 lbs.)
  • Must have ability to lift / move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. periodically
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