Employment Specialist

Job Title: Employment Specialist (Job Coach)

Reports to: Executive Director and/or Community Employment Program Manager

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director and/or Community Employment Program Manager, the Employment Specialist’s primary responsibility is to provide customized supports to assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment in the community in a competitive, integrated setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide customized coaching to program participants in areas of discovery/prevocational skills, career planning, job development, and supported employment
• Monitor and evaluate progress, collect data, maintain documentation and reporting as required by the Department of Mental Health, Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation and other regulatory agencies
• Identify career opportunities based on individual needs, goals and skill sets
• Assist participants in identifying strengths, weaknesses, preferences
• Identify barriers, accommodations, modifications in accordance with plan and goals
• Network with community employers and other stakeholders
• Participate in team meetings
• Provide on-going and follow-up support to participants
• Ensure people exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted
• Ensure people are treated with dignity and respect
• Report any unusual events/behavior in a timely manner in compliance
• Support the Lettuce Dream mission, vision, and values
• Always maintain confidentiality and HIPAA
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Must have a valid driver’s license and clear driving record; must have clear and approved background check; must have legal status in the United States; must be willing to complete CPR/First Aid certification and other trainings as required at time of hire and on an annual basis.

Physical Demands: Ability to perform required tasks, which may include but not limited to, standing or sitting for up to four hours, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Other Competencies:

• Clearly articulate ideas, engage in active listening and meaningful conversations
• Pay close attention to detail and accuracy
• Adjust to changes and maintain flexibility
• Motivate and guide others
• Collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goals
• Identify and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner
• Be able to think creatively and outside of the box
• Take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines
• Evaluate information and make sound judgements
• Passion for promoting the mission of Lettuce Dream

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person