Employment Specialist

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Looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Become an Employment Specialist with Oak Tree Support Services! As an Employment Specialist you will provide one-on-one direct support to individuals with disabilities to find and keep employment. At Oak Tree, we are committed to paving the way for our clients by removing barriers and supporting them to achieve self-reliance through employment.

Employment Specialists develop career plans and goals, create resumes, apply for jobs, prepare for and schedule interviews, and coach clients on the skills needed to maintain long-term successful employment. Every day is different and can include indirect, virtual, and in person support based on the clients' preferences. This is primarily a remote position, home office based with some flexibility to set your own schedule!

Duties:

· Develop a plan to assist clients in reaching their employment goals.

· Explore client employment options and preferences by completing interest and personality inventories, assessing their strengths and weaknesses, and developing social skills needed for today’s workplace.

· Engage in effective job search techniques.

· Prepare clients for interviews using mock interview practices and attends interviews with clients as needed.

· Assist in creating a practical work schedule.

· Establish transportation to and from the worksite.

· Advocate, as necessary, on the client's behalf to their employer ensuring they receive reasonable accommodation as needed and employer is following ADA.

· Complete daily documentation of activities in client note database, including plans, progress notes and reports.

· Maintain client privacy and confidentiality, ensuring protected health information is secured in accordance with agency guidelines.

· Work with clients to build skills and increase independence to create as much self-reliance as possible.

· On the job support as needed – partial/full shift dependent upon client which can include weekends, holidays, and evenings.

· Understand their clients’ disability benefits and how an income may impact them.

· Work independently and effectively manage time with little to no direct daily supervision.

· Develop a trusting relationship with the client while maintaining appropriate, professional boundaries.

· Maintain consistent contact with the client and client’s designated care team.

· Participate in weekly team meetings, lead meetings and weekly contact with clients at least weekly.

· Participate in continuous training and information gathering on benefits, employment opportunities, resource fairs, 245D, and the customized approach to employment.

· Comply with all 245D paperwork and deadlines.

· Adherence to all policies and procedures within the division.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

· Ability to pass DHS background check.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Valid driver’s license and insurance.

· At least two years' related experience preferred.

· Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

· Will train candidates without experience if meet other qualifications!

· 245D experience preferred.

Oak Tree Support Services is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and Oak Tree Support Services’ achievement as well. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms ofyoureducation, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Human Services: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road