Career Consultant (Job Developer)

About the role

Provide a variety of supports to determine a person's desire and ability to work competitively. Adhere to Arc Core Values of Respect, Collaboration, and Empowerment.

• Objectively evaluate an individual’s knowledge, skills, and abilities for competitive employment.
• Effectively build business relationships which will evolve into long-term partnerships with hiring potential.
• Understand funding processes and collaborate effectively with funders.
• Understand all projects within the department and how they connect.
• Serve as a department representative to individuals, families, support staff, employers, and referral sources as the individual progresses through the program.
• Target specific support needs to increase the individual’s overall success in obtaining and maintaining employment in an area of their choice.
• Prepare and submit paperwork according to established time frames and guidelines meeting agency and funding requirements.
• Provide comprehensive job development services utilizing information from the assessment process to provide an appropriate job match to the individual’s areas of interest.
• Demonstrate and support all St. Louis Arc Diversity and Inclusion practices/initiatives.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Voice and autonomy to put your ideas into action for doing your job better—and serving others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a related field—preferably supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Some college education; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to obtain CPR/first aid certification—provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Skills

• Knowledge of Vocational Rehabilitation and how to interact with counselors and supervisors.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with business partners and community stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of funding sources and available resources both internally and externally to best support individuals.
• Understanding of essential business practices and ability to learn about many diverse businesses and their staffing needs.
• Exceptional communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to use multiple software programs.
• Strong ability to cultivate important relationships across multiple constituencies.
• Excellent follow-through from project inception to project completion.
• Ability to effectively manage time and territorial management.
• Ability to engage participants, employers, community partners, funders, managers, and staff in a positive manner.

About St. Louis Arc

The St. Louis Arc is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to more than 4,500 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year. Known for the quality of our staff and culture, the St. Louis Arc was recently recognized as one of the Top 3 Best Places to Work in the “Big Companies” category by St. Louis Business Journal.