Vocational Case Manager

Montgomery County•Oh 45417, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Career Development Coordinator, this position is responsible for the facilitation of employment and vocational programs. These programs include resident employment, community service, integrated job training programs, vocational activities, and volunteer services through fostering relationships within the community. The role also involves maintaining monthly reports on employment and community service hours.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED with 4 years experience in employment/vocational training and a current Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) required.
Ability to read and prepare routine reports and statistical information (i.e., punctuation, grammar, spelling).
Working knowledge of interpersonal communication skills requiring courtesy and tact necessary to communicate effectively with staff, clients, social service, and criminal justice agencies, as well as the general public.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct vocational assessments.
Knowledge of and ability to implement problem-solving principles.
Knowledge of issues related to employment and job development.
Familiarity with standard software packages (i.e., SMART boards, Microsoft Word, Excel) and ability to use a computer for efficient completion of routine tasks and responsibilities.
Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Behavioral Science, Human Resources or related field with two (2) years experience in employment/vocational training preferred and ability to submit Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) application within ninety (90) days of appointment to position and obtain within six (6) months of appointment to position.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining internal job training programs.
Facilitate Employment Readiness classes.
Facilitate Employment orientation to residents.
Assist in the facilitation of job training and vocational activities.
Assist with vocational assessments for residents to determine placement for employment.
Maintain a list of Employment sites and contacts as provided by Supervisor.
Assist residents with obtaining proper identification and documents for vocational programming.
Inform residents about the rules and expectations for community service outside of the facility.
Maintain a list of community service sites and contacts as provided by supervisor.
Facilitate Community Service orientation to residents.
Communicate with Operations as it relates to community service and employment to assure comprehensive quality care for the residents.
Assist with ensuring all Volunteers have completed the appropriate application and pre-screening process in coordination with Human Resources and the Career Development Coordinator.
Facilitate Volunteer orientation, to include PREA.
Assist with maintaining the active Volunteer database.
Refer residents to community resources and transition programs for employment and vocational services.
Assist Clinicians/Primary Therapists in treatment and aftercare planning.
Handle disciplining of residents, enforce procedures for handling of residents and ensure proper documentation is completed.
Assist in monitoring residents, ordering supplies, preparing incident reports, and other operational duties as needed.
Assist with the writing of and follow through on any investigations involving residents in the work release or community service programs.
Assist with transportation, as needed.
Participate in staff/team meetings.
Participate and performs in public relations within the community.
Participate in collection, preparation, and submission of monthly statistics for annual report.
Conduct assessments and maintain relevant documentation.