Vocation Department Manager/Employment Specialist
About The Position
The Employment Specialist/Vocation Department Manager (DC-LV) is responsible for leading, expanding and executing Learnability's employment services model across a small, high-impact department. This role integrates customized employment, vocational rehabilitation alignment, and 245D Designated Manager responsibilities to ensure individuals achieve meaningful, community-based employment and increased independence. This position is both strategic and operational, candidate will design employment pathways while actively leading staff, supporting individuals, and ensuring compliance across Employment Services and Individualized Home Supports. The candidate must have initiative, creative and innovative skills for employment plans, and the ability to lead a growing and expanding team of amazing job seekers and staff that support them.
Requirements
- Acceptable criminal record
Nice To Haves
- Lift up to 40 lbs and assist with mobility as needed.
- Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Perform CPR or emergency procedures if required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Designated Manager (DM), Chief Services Officer, and CEO to develop and maintain staff schedules.
- Lead efforts to secure shift coverage; provide direct support if needed.
- Provide supervision, guidance, and coaching to Employment Support Professionals.
- Develop and implement customized employment training strategies.
- Partner with DM on initiatives and program development.
- Ensure compliance with 245D, HCBS, and EVV requirements.
- Manage Vocational Rehabilitation client's service plans, invoicing and documentation.
- Submit weekly updates to DM on operations and staffing.
- Oversee employment exploration, development, and support services.
- Support individuals in achieving employment and independent living goals.
- Provide or coordinate on-site job coaching.
- Promote workplace and interpersonal skill development.
- Communicate progress with DM and Case Manager.
- Support interdisciplinary meetings and documentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
