Employment Specialist - Department 797

About the role

Bridgewell is a leading provider of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed, and productive lives. We deliver support through various programs including community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, support, and train individuals both 1:1 and in group settings to reach greater independence, engage in meaningful activities, and achieve their goals.
• Implement an individualized program, based on each person's goals in accordance with their Individual Service Plan.
• Maintain documentation and data according to specified timelines.
• Monitor individuals' work progress and the effectiveness of various employment and vocational opportunities.
• Provide direct care support with activities of daily living as needed, including but not limited to Med Administration (according to MAP regulations), personal care, dining, and mobility support.
• Act as a role model who demonstrates appropriate social interactions with employers and the public.
• Promote the full integration and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in their communities through positive community contributions and relationship development.
• Participate in all general programmatic duties (including but not limited to transportation, arrivals, breaks, lunches, departures).
• Aid in the upkeep and maintenance of the program, follow cleaning schedule, and report any maintenance issues.
• Protect everyone's rights and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain core training certifications including FA/CPR, PABC and MAP and all other mandatory training courses based on Bridgewell's policies and procedures.
• Maintain other additional required training and certifications required by the program.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the core philosophy of universal supports by embracing Bridgewell's core values: dignity, respect, caring, integrity, safety and wellness.
• Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least six (6) months of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, developmental training program, or related experience in the human services field.

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge and understanding of principles of human rights and positive behavior supports.
• Must have a current US driver's license and one year of driving experience.
• Computer literacy to include the ability to use proficiently Microsoft products and web-based applications used by the agency.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Actively listens and demonstrates empathy and understanding.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull, reach, climb stairs or move people of varying weights.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision.
• Generous paid time off including your birthday.
• A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Pay

The pay range listed for this position is the hourly rate range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, or other applicable factors permissible by law.