Job Placement Specialist

PIONEER CENTER GROUP • McHenry, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Job Placement Specialist is responsible for the provision and documentation of services in accordance with all guidelines from the Department of Human Services, and includes training of direct service staff in accordance with DHS guidelines. The Job Placement Specialist is responsible for developing placement sites for people with disabilities at community businesses and industries. These sites may be for the purposes of competitive and supported employment, on the job evaluation or training. Some limited job coaching with follow up services may be required on an as-needed basis. Duties also include assisting individuals in attaining job development goals. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1 plus years of experience in vocational rehabilitation field coupled with some business or industry experience, along with sales
• Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Publishing CIS, Relias, ADP, Company Mileage, Evolv, Internet, E-mail
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to meet agency driver safety requirement of carrying personal vehicle insurance with the following limits: $50,000 bodily injury, each person $100,000 bodily injury, each accident $50,000 property damage

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing placement sites at community businesses.
• Assist clients with resumes, interview skills, making contacts, filling out applications and attending interviews.
• Preparing IP's, addendums and status reviews.
• Facilitating staffings and setting up appointments.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses/employers in the community.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees