Specialized Employment - DORS Coordinator

JSSA•Rockville, MD

About The Position

The DORS and Special Projects Coordinator will provide advanced subject matter expertise and primary supervision of the DORS employment program and serve as the main contact for DORS. The incumbent will provide individualized job development and placement services, on-the job training (job coaching) and drop-in employment support services to an assigned caseload. The incumbent assures activities are responsive to employment outcome goals established by the individual and their team and plays an integral role in assisting individuals with disabilities to successfully maintain community placement. The incumbent will also provide administrative support to the Project EM program and other special projects as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Training and Development, Social Work or related field, minimum of three years of experience in the field
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Ability to work occasional evening hours, weekends and holidays
Valid driver license and reliable transportation
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet rigid deadlines
Demonstrated organizational and multi-tasking skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Proficient computer/database skills/ (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor
Ability to obtain CESP certification

Nice To Haves

Spanish speaking and ASL are a plus

Responsibilities

Acts as a liaison between the department and DORS and handles any issues/complaints that arise in a professional and timely manner
Ensures the staff are following DORS guidelines with regards to services provided, reporting and billing
Attends regular meetings with DORS counselors and DORS leadership to ensure the department stays up to date on any procedural or policy changes
Develop relationships with area companies as potential employers of JSSA clients
Assist in educating potential employers on working with people with disabilities
Continual research of metropolitan job market to develop potential job leads, specific to individual client’s skill set
Assist clients in locating and applying for employment opportunities
Assist client with preparation of cover letter, resume and online applications
Assist client in preparation for interviews
Provide on the job training
Advocate for client in job setting
Teach and encourage the use of self-management skills to further overall independence
Assist with the implementation of workplace and professional goals
Review client evaluation to facilitate areas of improvement and foster strengths
Attend suitable workshops and seminars to enhance abilities of working with people with disabilities
Attend trainings as required to maintain JSSA’s certifications and licensing with various state agencies
Remain current with accommodations available for various disabilities
Timely and accurate recordation of clients progress via use of MyEvolv and CIMS
Timely and accurate regulatory reporting to DORS, DDA and other agencies
Timely and accurate recordation of billable and non-billable activities via CIMS or MyEvolv to ensure an efficient invoicing system
Client records maintained electronically within regulatory requirements in CIMS or MyEvolv
Work closely with DORS, DDA and County representatives to ensure a cohesive client management plan and to further relationships with those agencies
Assist with the administrative duties associated with the Project EM program
Provide administrative assistance to other special projects as needed
Performs other duties as required