Job Description
Job Description
POSITION PURPOSE :
Responsible for training and coaching of employment skills to clients with special needs working independently in the community.
Provide supervision / training of clients to achieve and maintain their individual employment goals.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Responsible for data entry and monitoring participants' time and attendance; maintain documentation for participant files including required records for compliance.
- Report to the case manager the development, challenges, and pace of the participant's growth. Act as liaison for Division of Development Disabilities (DDD) requests.
Provide support and follow-up on communications to participants, as well as parents.
Assist in intake and initial evaluation of persons referred to and accepted by STARS in the respective area and departments;
including evaluation of medical records to determine transferability, creation of proper schedule, and assignment prior to placement.
- Monitor the assigned performance of participants and provide the appropriate support if experience on-the-job difficulties or require more guidance.
- Under direction of the Supervisor; plan and effectively manage off-site services.
- Under direction of the Supervisor; implement and evaluate Person-Centered Service Plans (PCSP).
- Ability to work a steady 40 hours per week schedule.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of consumers adhere to OSHA Standards.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of developmental disabilities and training / intervention strategies used with individuals with developmental and other disabilities.
- Knowledge of behavior modification skills.
- Demonstrated skills in time management, multi-tasking, and priority setting.
- Strong technical skills with the ability to learn new programs quickly and independently.
- Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; specifically, Word, Outlook, and Excel.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :
Bachelor's degree in social work or special education, VR, Human Services, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field;
preferred. OR, any equivalent combination of education and / or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
One year experience in vocational, rehabilitation, social work, psychology, or similar human services / education preferred.
Must have personal enthusiasm for working in a non-profit organization serving individuals with disabilities.
- One-year supervisory experience highly preferred; One-year supervisory experience working with individuals having developmental disabilities highly preferred.
- Must meet DES requirements for fingerprint clearance.
- Must undergo a background screening. Must have reliable transportation.