What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Coordinator - Eau Claire/Chippewa County - Part Time or Full Time position at AURORA COMMUNITY SERVICES?
$1000 SIGN OB BONUS
Responsibilities
- Work primarily with persons with mental illness and AODA challenges
- Conduct career profiles to gather information related to previous employment, individual skills, abilities, interests, and limitations
- Communicate with community employers to learn about and develop employment opportunities
- Analyze potential employment openings and match them with the best, qualified individuals
- Work cooperatively with various employment and behavioral health agencies, in a team environment, to plan employment outcomes
- Complete daily and monthly documentation/reports in accordance with standards
- Ensure all communication is delivered with quality and continuity of individual employment plans
- Assist individuals to complete applications, create resumes, develop interviewing skills, and perform other activities to obtain employment
- Support and train the consumer(s) to successfully fulfill/maintain their community-based employment, as independently as possible
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required preferred
- Experience working with people with mental health and AODA challenges
- Ability to build effective/professional relationships
- Highly developed oral/written communication
- Acceptable Background Character Verification
- Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record for consumer transport
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Word
Salary Range: $36 - $45,000 based on experience, and bonus potential up to $300/month
Benefits may Include: Health/Life/Dental Insurance, Vacation/Personal Hours, Employee Stock Ownership, 401-K, Employee Achievement Program
If you are looking to make a difference, join the Aurora team! Aurora Community Services is proud to be an Employee Owned Company! An EOE/AA Employer