Individual Placement Support Specialist/Supported Employment Specialist (KRCC – Perry/Letcher Centers)

Kentucky River Community Care • Hazard, KY

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About The Position

Title: Individual Placement Support Specialist/Supported Employment Specialist (IPSS) Company/Location: Kentucky River Community Care/Perry and Letcher County Centers Employment Type: Full-Time Primary Functions: Weekly field mentoring on job development, career profile information gathering, and meeting with employers. Meet regularly with clients starting work positions. Attend weekly treatment team meetings. Complete job development logs. 65% of time spent in the community on behalf of clients. Conduct regular, face-to-face employer contacts with those who have hiring authority. Keep active client roster up to date. Other duties as assigned. Shift Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm but can be adjusted to be flexible. EEO Texting Privacy Policy and Information: Message type: Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Message frequency will vary depending on the application process. Msg & data rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting "Stop".

Requirements

• High School diploma GED
• One year experience working with relevant youth.
• Knowledge of Community Resources and the ability to build and maintain positive community relationships with possible employers.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors’ degree in Human Services field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weekly field mentoring on job development, career profile information gathering, and meeting with employers.
• Meet regularly with clients starting work positions.
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings.
• Complete job development logs.
• 65% of time spent in the community on behalf of clients.
• Conduct regular, face-to-face employer contacts with those who have hiring authority.
• Keep active client roster up to date.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED