Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Employment Specialist- Job Coach

RT Industries•Troy, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

RT in Troy, OH is looking to hire a full-time Employment Specialist. This advocacy position earns a competitive wage of $18.00 - $21.60 per hour. We provide excellent benefits, including paid training, medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), and paid holidays. Incorporated in 1974, we are on a mission to help people achieve personal success by developing skills to confidently work, interact, and thrive in the community. Each year, we support over 150 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as over 40 school-aged students throughout the Miami area. We help people to attain their maximum potential and secure employment. Motivated to serve our community and provide advocacy for those who need their voices heard, we pride ourselves on being compassionate and concerned professionals. We define our success by how we touch the lives of people. Our investment in our staff is an investment in those we care for. We offer competitive wages and an uplifting work culture!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CPR and first aid certifications
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Ability to lift, carry, and move people or items in the work environment
Willingness to submit to a background and drug test upon hire
Heart for working with people with disabilities
Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally
Show empathy while maintaining professional boundaries
Friendly and able to establish a good rapport with people easily

Nice To Haves

One year or more of experience in employment services or education for individuals with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide services to people seeking employment.
Help individuals with disabilities develop the skills that they need to obtain and maintain employment through job coaching, training, and development.
Serve as a member of the individual's planning team and build and maintain a positive working relationship with them.
Assist in coordinating appointments with prospective employers and vocational rehabilitation counselors.
Attend appointments as requested to provide advocacy and ensure understanding on all sides.
Track and record each individual's progress as well as strengths and needs.
Share all documentation with team members to ensure that everyone is informed of the progress being made.
Complete progress notes, Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) documentation, Individual Service Plan (ISP) documentation, incident reports, and wage reports.
Promote economic independence for everyone you work with.
Assist with job exploration and career planning.
Learn the staffing needs of local businesses and match those companies up with the individuals you serve.
Implement long-term supports and extended services to ensure that both individual and employer needs are being met over time.