Community Employment Program Specialist

State of North Carolina

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About The Position

This Business Relations Representative position is located at WorkSource West in the Morganton Unit in Burke County. The Business Relations Representative (BRR) works in partnership with Rehabilitation Counselors and Vocational Evaluators to determine suitable vocational options for individuals with disabilities and subsequently assist them in obtaining competitive employment within the community. This position serves individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or deaf-blind. Developing and maintaining employer relationships and promoting NC EIPD's services are vital parts of this position that helps secure internships and increase employment opportunities for consumers.

Requirements

Valid North Carolina driver's license required to drive state vehicles

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Knowledge and/or experience helping others obtain employment
Knowledge and/or experience working within a team setting

Responsibilities

Working with consumers to assist with seeking employment, completing applications, advocating with employers, resume development, job placement, and follow-up
Teaching Employment Marketing Skills Classes and conducting Windmills training to job-ready consumers and employers
Providing written and verbal feedback to counselors on the progress of referred consumers efforts towards obtaining employment
Assisting consumers with obtaining internships that align with their vocational goals
Participating in job fairs and other community events to promote the agency and increase employment opportunities for consumers and represent the unit on boards/committees as designated by the Unit Manager
Meeting with local and regional employers to explain agency mission and goals and to assist in meeting their business needs
Utilizing the case management system to document the provision of services provided in accordance with the consumer's rehabilitation plan and agency policy