Job Developer (Developmental Services)

Vinfen•Somerville, MA

16d

About The Position

Assist individuals to find community employment opportunities. Responsible for the overall coordination of skill training and assessments relating to an individual employment goal. Work directly with persons supported and staff regarding employment issues, skill development and training.

Requirements

Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Knowledge of applied behavior analysis with special needs population
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
Knowledge and use of different communication styles
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
Knowledge of required independent living management skills
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Knowledge of available community resources, job and training opportunities
Ability to create strategies for persons served
Knowledge of documentation requirements
Persuasive, collaborative, and participative skills
Presentation skills
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
Ability to provide leadership to staff
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to act as a positive role model
Knowledge of human, civil, and legal Rights
Extensive knowledge of different types of Supported Employment
Three to five years’ experience in a related function.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.
Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand and move around the facility.
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 90 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
NET required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, special education, or related. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Responsibilities

Actively seek job opportunities through the internet, resumes sent, job fairs, cold calls, mailings, walk-ins, networking, presentations to civic organizations, and other creative methods.
Locate and develop community contacts to assist in job tours, situational assessments, job placement and follow -up for individuals. Identify strengths and interests of individuals for use in appropriate job matches. Develop training focused on identified skills.
Respond to issues of and persons served, as needed. Conduct annual employer satisfaction survey.
Oversee or provide transportation of persons served to work sites.
Oversee and maintain all vocational assessments including the career planning assessment and vocational summary. Maintain record of all placements, contact staff and other pertinent data.
Provide regular onsite and community training for staff, persons served, and employers regarding employment issues.
Direct and manage activities of Job Coaches. Provide direction, training, and coaching; conduct performance planning and review sessions; provide guidance on individuals’ career development.
Oversee the process for payment as it relates to enclaves. Maintain related files and records.
Monitor adherence to company safety standards and safety issues in the community employment placements.
Assist in the preparation of documentation and records for CARF, DDS Survey & Certification, Board of Health, Vinfen Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation.
Oversee data collection by Job Coaches weekly. Complete supported employment monthly reports.
Provide education and support to families, guardians, DDS and residential staff about communityemployment. Works collaboratively with residential provider, families and other involved parties to ensure consistency in employment efforts.
Participate in Job Developer meetings and statewide job development forums.
Ensure job retention through completion of scheduled job placement visits and notes.
Responsible for overseeing the Employment Resource Center.
Participate in vocational cluster meetings.
Assist in orientation of new staff.
Assist individuals to access benefits counseling.
Works collaboratively with agency clinicians to develop sustainable approaches to teaching adaptive behavior.
Works collaboratively with DSD Supported Employment Director to strategies specific to enhancing Vinfen’s employment initiative.
Provide crisis intervention, as necessary.
Perform other related duties, as required.