Job Developer/Employment Specialist

Description :

Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities.

Our mission is to provide quality services that promote choice, independence, and inclusion. Founded in Chicago in 1948, Envision Unlimited has a legacy of evolving care delivered with empathy, every time and everywhere.

Our innovative services include community living options; novel day programs; employment, respite and mental health services, and foster care for children with disabilities.

Beyond our day-to-day efforts supporting members and their caregivers in Illinois, we are advocates, and Envision Unlimited's impact is far-reaching.

Through outreach, evaluation, and service planning, we help thousands of people become part of the community, transition to safe homes, and access support services so they can live their lives to their greatest potential.

Summary :

To perform functions to develop competitive employment placements for adults and high school students with developmental / other disabilities.

Responsible for establishing business relationships with employers to facilitate and secure employment for members. Responsible to open and manage client cases with state agencies

Essential Responsibilities , include but are not limited to :

• Develop competitive, community employment opportunities based on member career goals and choices.
• Establish (6) six in person employer contacts weekly via in person, face to face employer visits, telephone calls, meetings, networking, and other job development activities.
• Meet new caseload clients in person for employment services intake meeting.
• Develop job orders and establish interview schedules as a part of the job match process. Follow up on all employer contacts.
• Participate in pre-employment meetings and advise staff and members of the job market as it relates to their employment goal.
• Maintain employer files for the department.
• Meet or exceed department goals and outcomes based on contractual obligations with funding sources including but not limited to DRS.
• Participate in ongoing training in the Individual Placements and Supports (IPS) employment model.
• Implement the IPS employment model.
• Become proficient in the use of Quantum / other required computer program.
• Complete QIDP responsibilities for a Job Placement caseload.
• Successfully complete all required training for certification as Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Must have a valid driver's license

Additionally :

• Represent the agency at community and business functions.
• Communicate employer complaints / issues to the proper supervisory staff.
• Attend staff, job development, marketing, and other assigned committee meetings.
• Conduct mock interviews for members.
• Transport members to interviews when necessary.
• Assist with employment on-boarding, including ensuring appropriate dress, grooming, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders)

and refrain from any form of discrimination and / or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation or other differences.

Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.

Employees shall be available for a Hybrid work schedule that can require availability outside of 8 : 30AM-4PM Monday through Friday, including 65% working in community, 25% working from home, and 10% working in office.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and / or skills required of all employees so classified .

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, and / or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year work experience in rehabilitation, job placement, or related field. Proven job placement experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to travel per the needs of the department.
• QIDP qualification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening;

clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers. Must be able to push, pull, and lift 15lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low - moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following : working alone;

working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.

Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals :

Blue Cross / Blue Shield Medical Coverage : HMO, PPO

Dental and Vision Insurance Options

Company paid Life Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation, sick time and personal days

403B plan

In house training and CEU's

Employee Assistance Network

Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)

Opportunity for career growth & development

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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.

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