Employment Consultant-Blue Ridge Region (Staunton/Augusta/Waynesboro)

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION(S)

• Provide job development, job placement, training, and job coaching services.
• Deliver career skills training, life skills training, and employment supports.
• Provide systematic instruction on work tasks with fading instructional assistance.
• Facilitate natural support relationships between the employer, co-workers, and supported employee.
• Market services to referral sources and maintain referral pipelines.
• Support family members in maintaining the individual's employment goals.
• Collaborate with adult service agencies and community organizations.
• Represent customer needs to supervisors and co-workers through education and guidance.
• Provide consumer status updates to agencies, referral sources, and management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with behavior change procedures or intervention programs.
• Experience in vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, or human services.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

EDUCATION

• A high school diploma required.
• An associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two (2) years of employment services, case management, coaching, or related experience is preferred.