Employment Consultant- Project Search and Extended Services

SIRS INC•Boonville, IN

5d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This position is central to building connections in our community so that the individual(s) they work with have the opportunity for full inclusion and the gift of living their best life! You would assist individuals with developmental disabilities discover their interests and obtain employment in the community from start to finish. The position provides services at Deaconess Gateway site location three days a week, between the hours 7:30am-2:30pm. Position follows Warrick School Corporation academic calendar. The Employment Consultant works directly with the Transition Instructor in collaborating to create a High School/Young Adult Project SEARCH Transition program for students and young adults with developmental disabilities at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. The Employment Consultant facilitates the acquisition of jobs by the participating students and young adults as they complete their internships within Deaconess Gateway. They work in partnership with Warrick County School System and Deaconess Gateway Hospital to increase training and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. Develops high quality internships with Instructor, observes department work and identifies core skills for interns to learn; provides employer education on disability information and training strategies; works with mentor to provide appropriate support and communicates to gain evaluation and intern feedback; advocates for program and interns. Additional hours/ caseload for Waiver extended services and VR employment as directed for full time hours and during summer when Project Search is not is session.

Requirements

Case management skills preferred.
Communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, or train others to accomplish goals experience is required.
Intermediate level skill in working with Microsoft Office programs.
Minimum age requirement is 18 years.
Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record.
Must pass a TB test, drug screen and comprehensive background check.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to grasp the equivalent of a 12 oz. can.
Reliable transportation with current vehicle insurance.

Nice To Haves

College degree or coursework preferred.
Experience in special education, supported employment, and/or transition service delivery may substitute for degree.
Some college courses preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with developmental disabilities discover their interests and obtain employment in the community from start to finish.
Facilitate the acquisition of jobs by participating students and young adults as they complete their internships within Deaconess Gateway.
Develop high quality internships with Instructor, observe department work and identify core skills for interns to learn.
Provide employer education on disability information and training strategies.
Work with mentor to provide appropriate support and communicate to gain evaluation and intern feedback.
Advocate for program and interns.
Provide additional hours/ caseload for Waiver extended services and VR employment as directed for full time hours and during summer when Project Search is not is session.