What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Lead - Supported Employment position at Barber National Institute?
Overview:
As a Team Leader I in the Supported Employment program, you will play a vital role in coordinating and overseeing a team dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health challenges. You’ll ensure the delivery of high-quality employment services, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and foster strong relationships with community employers and support networks. Your leadership will directly impact the success and independence of those we serve.
What You’ll Bring:
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.
Healthcare
The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE
Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
As a Team Leader I in the Supported Employment program, you will play a vital role in coordinating and overseeing a team dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health challenges. You’ll ensure the delivery of high-quality employment services, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and foster strong relationships with community employers and support networks. Your leadership will directly impact the success and independence of those we serve.
What You’ll Bring:
- A passion for supporting individuals with disabilities and helping them achieve meaningful employment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership capabilities to guide and support a team in the field.
- Initiative in developing new training materials and employment opportunities.
- A collaborative spirit to work with families, employers, and support agencies.
- A high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred).
- 1–2 years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Certification such as CESP or ACRE-approved Employment Services credentials.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to provide transportation as needed.
- Proficiency in documentation, scheduling, and service tracking.
- Leading and supporting staff in the field with regular site visits.
- Coordinating job placements and maintaining employer relationships.
- Ensuring timely and accurate documentation for billing and compliance.
- Monitoring service hours, outcomes, and productivity metrics.
- Providing on-call support and arranging coverage for job sites.
- Participating in team meetings and collaborating with Program Specialists.
- Advocating for individuals’ progress toward community employment.
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.
Healthcare
- Highmark Medical and Mental Health
- Delta Dental and Davis Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
- Teladoc Virtual Health
- 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- On-Demand Pay
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
- Employee Discounts
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
- Employee discounts for select BNI events and services
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Seven Paid Holidays
The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE
Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.