Employment Program Specialist

Witco • Caldwell, ID

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About The Position

Witco is seeking an Employment Program Specialist to join our Supported Employment Services Team. The Specialist will help individuals with significant disabilities find and maintain employment in the general workforce with the necessary supports. Witco works closely with Idaho's Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, doing job development and placement for people with disabilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Employment Specialists assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining, maintaining, and advancing in jobs within their communities. Job Development: Identifying employment opportunities and matching participants' skills with available jobs Job Coaching: Providing on-the-job training, support, and supervision to help participants learn tasks and adjust to work environments Career Planning: Helping participants explore interests, develop employment goals, and create career advancement plans Employment Retention Services: Ongoing supports to help participants maintain long-term employment, including conflict resolution and employer liaison activities

Requirements

• Undergraduate BA/BS degree in related human services field, mental health, social work, or business management.
• Community Service & Case Management Experience preferred
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Must complete an obtain clearance for Criminal History, with fingerprinting, employment references, and pre-hire drug screen required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, in social work, or prior experience providing supported employment is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Patience, compassion, empathy, and a desire to help others.
• Self-motivated, outgoing, and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Evaluating the needs and circumstances of clients to determine the most appropriate services and support required.
• Planning: Developing individualized care plans that outline the goals and services needed to support the client effectively.
• Coordination : Collaborating with other service providers, community organizations, and stakeholders to facilitate access to resources and services.
• Advocacy: Supporting clients in navigating complex systems and advocating for their rights and needs within the community

Benefits

• 100% company paid benefits include health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• We also offer vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• At 1year of employment employees are eligible to participate in the 401K plan with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees