Vocational Specialist Job Developer

Job Details

Harbor is seeking a full-time Vocational Specialist Job Developer for our Cincinnati location. Position is full-time, 40 hours per week.

Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties

• DOCUMENTATION
• Completes individualized documentation records for each client based on specific program requirements including progress notes, comprehensive assessments, job search and job placement forms, exit interviews, incident reports, and any other necessary requirements.
• Develops and updates the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and/or Job Development Plan based on the programmatic needs for each customer.
• Fulfills or exceeds unit expectations established by Harbor. Submits all reports within 15 days from the last date of service for timely billing.

ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING

• Completes comprehensive assessment with customer gathering information on education history, work history, employment goals and identifies appropriate services and resources to assist the customer in making progress towards setting and achieving their employment goals.
• Aids the customer in identifying his/her interests, skills, and aptitudes to assist in exploring possible vocational choices through a battery of assessments.
• Aids the customer in gaining information on the effects of employment on entitlements / financial assistance that the client may be receiving (i.e., SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, Section 8, Food Stamps) to assist the client in making an informed choice.
• Aids customer in identifying needs/barriers to achieving employment goals and developing options to overcome barriers. Evaluates and revises the ISP and/or Job Development Plan according to the customer’s responses and needs.
• Participates in all required meetings per the OOD Provider Manual or the grant requirements and outlined by the local Jobs and Family Services office.

JOB DEVELOPMENT AND COLLABORATION

• Market Harbor services and ability to meet employer needs through proper job matches.
• Develops relationships with local employers to identify needs and assist in filling vacancies.
• Educate employers on providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA.
• Provides good employee/employer matches through job analysis and employee interest.
• Provides excellent customer service to funding and referral sources by being responsive to inquiries regarding services, client progress, etc.
• Provides job development, job seeking skills training, and follow along services.
• Aids clients in developing a resume, completing job applications, interviewing skills, and other activities related to obtaining employment.
• Aids the customer in exploring and navigating on-line job search resources including: ohiomeansjobs.com, Ohio labor market information, Career One-Stop, O*Net, etc. to explore resources to assist with training and employment.
• Provides career counseling to address barriers related to disability, criminal records, and gaps in employment.
• Aids clients in exploring and navigating on-line job search resources including: ohiomeansjobs.com, Ohio labor market information, Career One-Stop, O*Net, etc. to explore resources to assist with training and employment.
• Aids with employer services and events (e.g., hiring events, job fairs, entering job orders) to support employers in their hiring needs and business development.
• Provides coaching and mentoring assistance as needed for the purpose of maintaining and retaining employment.
• Provides job contact information for employer data base and works collaboratively with job development team, both internally and externally, networking with job related resources.
• Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies, and demonstrates continued growth, engaging in continual professional development courses.
• Carrs and utilizes a cell phone for business related communication.

About Harbor

A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!

Why Work for Harbor?

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  Retailment plan with company match
  Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
  Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
  Clinical supervision hours offered
  Employee referral bonuses
  Ability to make a difference in your community!