What are the responsibilities and job description for the Job Developer GA position at ORANGE GROVE CENTER INC?
This is a full time position. The Job Developer will be responsible for making contact with community employers and securing employment opportunities for Tennessee individuals that are consistent with the interests and qualifications of the individual. He or she will work with individuals, families, case managers, Independent Support Coordinators, Orange Grove personnel, and all applicable stakeholders, to ensure successful intakes, assessment, placements, follow-along, and billing transactions. He or she will coordinate transportation and trouble shoot employment barriers. Flexible hours will be required to ensure successful job placements in the community. The ability and availability to transport individuals is required. He or she will provide hands-on job coaching, which will include direct training in various job settings to familiarize the individual with specific job demands. They will instruct and supervise Job Coaches as needed and assist in developing positive relationships and provide a source of awareness to employers and coworkers on the productive and positive qualities of people with disabilities. Reliable transportation, an F endorsement on a current driver's license, and proof of ongoing insurance coverage is a must. He or she will attend trainings and conferences, both local and regionally. The Developer will complete the necessary paper work and reports to fulfill all Orange Grove, State and Federal requirements.
The Developer will meet annual placement goals of Orange Grove. If goals are achieved, a financial bonus may be provided.
Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Experience in Job Developing required, minimum of 3 years preferred. Successful, demonstrated experience developing within the Tennessee Medicaid Waiver program is needed.
Must be capable of working within the guidelines of the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Orange Grove Center.
Good overall physical health and personal stamina. Physical examination, including TB skin test or chest x-ray is required prior to employment.
Responsible directly to the Coordinator of the Community Supports Department. Has the responsibility of supervising two full-time Job Coaches.
Salary : $16