Vocational Specialist Job Developer

About the role

The Vocational Specialist Job Developer position at Harbor supports vocational employment programs through job development, employer outreach, and job readiness services to help ensure successful competitive employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. The role is full-time.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• In providing billable services, fulfills or exceeds unit expectations established by Harbor.
• SUBMIT ALL REPORTS WITHIN 15 DAYS FROM THE LAST DATE OF SERVICE FOR TIMELY BILLING.
• 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.
• Marksets 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.
• Edits 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.
• 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.
• Actively engages with the local Ohio Means Jobs office, promoting classes offered, Work Keys testing, and registering all customers with the resource.
• Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies, and demonstrates continued growth, engaging in continual professional development courses.
• CARRIES AND UTILIZES A CELL PHONE FOR BUSINESS RELATED COMMUNICATION.
• FOLLOWS CRISIS PREVENTION/INTERVENTION AND INPATIENT PRE-SCREENING PROTOCOLS.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, special education, education related services, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; or Associate’s degree in counseling, social work, human resources management, education, or a closely related behavioral/mental health field from an accredited college or university; or High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Experience providing employment support services or working as an educator as follows: Associates degree: minimum of 1 year of relevant experience No degree: minimum of 3 years of relevant experience Strong understanding of disability laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Licenses and Certifications: CPR/First Aid Certification within 120 days of employment CPI training within 120 days of employment Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier. Successfully complete a BCI/FBI background check(s) and six exclusionary database checks every 5 years, as required by OOD.

Preferred Qualifications: CRCC, LSW, LPC, CWDP, or CWIC/WIP-C. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to build rapport with clients and employers; familiarity with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) and Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) guidelines.