Job Placement Specialist

State of Oklahoma • Enid, OK

6d • $43,299 - $48,364 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving the coordination, training and job placement of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment and other integrated settings including on the job training (OJT) and supported employment.

This position will place DRS clients into jobs; will develop relationships with businesses, state agencies, and other organizations by marketing DRS services; assists clients in obtaining skills training, developing resume and interview techniques; presents job search workshops and job readiness training; will stay current on what jobs are available across the state and in local communities. The Job Placement Specialist will work with vocational rehabilitation counselors, teachers, and other professionals in evaluating the job readiness of individual clients and in monitoring the progress of clients who secure employment. The successful candidate must be willing to participate in blindness skills training in order to be proficient at recognizing the ability and potential of employment possibilities for people who are blind or visually impaired. Extensive travel including some overnight stays may be required. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel.

Requirements

• Level I - Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in providing job placement in the private or public sector; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of qualifying experience for each year of the required bachelor’s degree.
• Level II - Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in providing job placement in the private or public sector; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of qualifying experience for each year of the required bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of basic principles and techniques of vocational guidance.
• Knowledge of available community resources for the employment of persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of instructional techniques.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to evaluate situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to present ideas clearly, concisely and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and deliver briefings and presentations.
• Ability to secure and maintain the confidence and cooperation of both employers and individuals being placed.
• Must be willing to perform all job-related travel.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Some positions in the Department of Rehabilitation Services may require proficiency in manual sign language as demonstrated by the successful completion of a competency test administered by the Department of Rehabilitation Services.
• The successful candidate must be willing to participate in blindness skills training in order to be proficient at recognizing the ability and potential of employment possibilities for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains relationships with businesses, Workforce Oklahoma, state and local entities and other employers to facilitate employment of individuals with disabilities.
• Researches data regarding labor market, economic indicators and employment trends, and provides current employment leads to counselor and individuals seeking employment.
• Evaluates work skill level in various areas and designs programs to meet employment goals.
• Maintains case notes for individual progress; prepares reports of vocational training and progress made toward vocational adjustment and employment outcome as well as other necessary documentation records.
• Place individuals into jobs to meet employment goals.
• Coordinates, prepares and presents career counseling, job clubs, job search workshops, skills training, resume writing, interview techniques, job search and job readiness training, evaluation, and other employability services to applicants, employers, and other community based organizations.
• Works with businesses, agencies and organizations to identify job vacancies and to remove barriers to employment and resolve issues related to integration and independence for individuals with disabilities; Performs job evaluations and task analysis.
• Markets agency services to businesses and community organizations; Disseminates information; provides education, outreach and training to the general public, businesses, employers, community organizations and potential employees about services and disability issues.
• Evaluates and monitors progress of individuals' who secure employment.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave for the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level