What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist FULL - TIME position at Opportunities for Positive Growth Inc?
Description
Employment Specialist (Job Coach)
Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day
At Opportunities for Positive Growth (OPG), we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve greater independence through meaningful employment. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP) and a 14-time Indiana Top Workplace, we're committed to creating positive outcomes for both the people we support and our team.
About the Role
We're seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to help individuals identify career goals, find competitive employment, and succeed in the workplace.
What You'll Do
- Support individuals in identifying career interests and strengths
- Assist with job search, placement, and onboarding
- Teach job tasks and workplace skills
- Provide on-site job coaching and support
- Build relationships with employers
- Gradually fade supports as independence increases
Pay & Schedule
- $18.50 to $20.00/hour, based on experience
- Bonus potential up to $16,000 annually
- 35 hours/week
- Minimum 25 billable hours/week
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Company-provided cell phone and computer
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Valid driver's license with a properly maintained vehicle and current auto insurance
- MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to walk, bend, squat, kneel, and use wrists, shoulders, and both hands as needed to perform CPR, first aid, and personal care/lifting techniques
- Ability to successfully complete and administer CPR and First Aid
- Proof of a negative TB screening required
- One year of experience supporting individuals with disabilities in community-integrated settings preferred
- Ability to pass required background checks and other agency screening requirements as applicable