Location - Brookings, OR
Join us in making a difference . . . Do you like to work with people, helping them reach their goals? Do you enjoy
collaborating with others? Are you looking for a rewarding career? Job Developers do this & so much more.
Job Developers build relationships with clients, businesses, & community partners. They assist people with disabilities
find & maintain employment in their community.
Some responsibilities include:
• Communicate on a regular basis with support services personal agents, co-workers, vocational rehabilitation
counselors, families, county case managers,
and networks of support to report progress and identify solutions to employment barriers.
• Develop and maintain written Vocational Profiles for all individuals receiving job development services.
• Utilize the principles of individualized job development to negotiate jobs for people referred to BAE by Vocational
Rehabilitation & other agencies.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with Vocational Rehabilitation and local placement agencies.
• Build relationships with employers to facilitate skill building, assessments, & job placements. This position requires a
minimum of four contacts with businesses per week.
• Complete documentation for vocational services required by outside agencies and BAE in an accurate and timely
manner.
• Identify and refer individuals to Social Security Work Incentive (benefit counseling) as appropriate.
• Obtain/maintain any certifications that may be required and participate in training focusing on progressive methods in
job development.
• Facilitate, participate in, and/or attend OVRS meetings to maintain contact with counselors and persons seeking
employment.
• Able to meet placement and retention quotas set by supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to ensure that the department and organizational strategic goals and mission are
met.
Required qualifications:
• Valid driver's license. Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass federal, state, and local background checks
• Must pass drug test to include random drug testing (THC not included)
• High school diploma
2
Preferred but not required qualifications:
• Proven experience as a Job Developer
• Experience in working with people with disabilities
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• BS/BA in social studies, business or relevant field
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