Employment Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.

Job Title : Employment Consultant

Department : State Operations and Programs

Reports to : Jobs, Program Supervisor

Salary Range : $42,000-$46,000

Revised date : 02 / 25 / 2022

Position Overview : The primary responsibility of the Employment Consultant is to function as a coach, mentor, and vocational support professional working one-to-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), supporting them to successfully obtain employment in their communities, improving their quality of life allowing them to gain greater levels of independence through work. The Employment Consultant offers support during the Job development / job seeking process, provides coaching during onboarding and any needed follow-along support with a focus on fostering an independent workspace.

Job Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree or minimum of two years of professional experience. Best Buddies program experience a plus.
• Must be comfortable engaging with people with IDD and addressing sensitive issues.
• Engaging and patient communicator able to quickly and effectively develop and balance multiple relationships while supporting individuals to achieve results.
• Basic presentation and facilitation skills
• Basic understanding of social media and familiarity with Office 365.
• Strong written communication and project / time management skills, including attention to detail
• Strong initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be comfortable with frequent local travel, use personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities, and to support local BBI fundraising events.
• Access to an automobile with applicable insurance

Job Duties include, but are not limited to :

Programs

Marketing and Fund Development

Operations

Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M / F / V / PWD / PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.

Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.

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