The Employment Specialist is responsible for the general growth, development, and well-being of the individuals they support through the Employment Services program. Specifically, the duties and responsibilities of the Employment Specialist are as follows: Care of Individuals: Treat individuals with dignity and respect while giving individuals an opportunity to exercise choice Integrate individuals within the community through career assessment, job development and job coaching. Encourage, guide, and train individuals to develop competencies for on-the-job success. Provide proper supervision for individuals Provide supports as scheduled; follow call-off procedures when unable to provide agreed upon supports Administrative Duties: Responsible for utilizing web-based billing and electronic client record systems as required Ensure that all required documentation is completed on the same day of service Understand, adhere to, and support agency policies and procedures Understand, adhere to, and support federal, state, and county regulations and guidelines Maintain confidentiality of all individuals’ information Communicate information, problems, and concerns with supervisors and peers (as necessary) Responsible for attending and participating in required trainings Programming: Work independently in the community with 80% billable time and 20% administrative/travel weekly Perform a career assessment as dictated by funding source Develop client-centered employment plan to actively obtain a community-based job. Supports client on job site through employer interaction and accommodations that support success on-the-job and their vocational goals. Completes all necessary paperwork on the same day of service. Attends all ISP (Individual Support Plan Meetings) Provide monthly and quarterly reports to funding sources Communicates with all members of the service team Professional Responsibilities: Attend and actively participate in scheduled, mandatory staff meetings and meetings with the individuals’ support team, as necessary. Maintain appropriate professional conduct and dress. Participate productively and cooperatively on the staff team, with individuals, with individuals’ family members, the community, vocational providers, and educational providers. Follow the agency’s Code of Conduct. Assist in training new staff. Miscellaneous: Responsible for the completion of other duties as assigned.