What are the responsibilities and job description for the SSA EMPLOYMENT NAVIGATOR position at Clark County Board of Developmental Disabilities?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Employment Navigator assists individuals with developmental disabilities in finding and maintaining competitive, integrated employment. This role brings deep expertise in employment planning and a genuine belief that every individual can enter the workforce and succeed with the right support.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Employment Planning & Job Seeker Support
• Collaborate with Service and Support Administrators (SSAs), providers, and support teams to connect individuals with community resources and training.
• Assess job seeker skills and interests and develop person-centered employment plans.
• Track progress, provide ongoing support, and ensure long-term job retention.
• Understand where each individual is on the Path to Employment and develop short- and long-term supports to advance their vocational goals.
Employer & Community Engagement
• Build and maintain relationships with local businesses to identify job openings and secure placements.
• Serve as a dedicated liaison between job seekers, employers, and employment service providers.
• Link individuals to partner agencies (OOD), training, transportation, and other community supports.
• Cultivate partnerships with Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ), local school districts, and OOD.
Systems Navigation & Problem Solving
• Apply deep knowledge of provider capacity and expertise to optimize workforce outcomes.
• Exhibit creative, tenacious problem-solving to dismantle systemic barriers and build innovative pathways to employment.
• Understand funding mechanisms through OOD and DODD for employment services.
• Maintain detailed records for reporting, billing, and outcome tracking using state and county databases.