What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Employment Manager position at Shangri La?
General Position Summary: The Employment Services Manager is a key member of Shangri-La's Employment Services Leadership Team and is responsible for leading employment and community inclusion services for individuals with disabilities. This position oversees staff supervision and development, program operations, compliance, participant services, quality assurance, and financial performance. The Employment Services Manager works collaboratively with staff, participants, families, funding agencies, employers, and community partners to ensure high-quality, person-centered services that promote meaningful employment and community engagement. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to balance operational responsibilities with a commitment to exceptional participant outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of 8-12 employment services staff.
- Manage referrals, participant service delivery, and regulatory compliance.
- Attend and support ISP planning and stakeholder meetings.
- Monitor program performance, documentation, and revenue goals.
- Coordinate staff onboarding, training, and professional development.
- Build partnerships with employers, agencies, and community organizations.
- Ensure high-quality employment services and positive participant outcome
Status: Exempt - Full Time 40 Hours
Starting salary: $4678.26/mo
Salary Range: $4678.26 to 5919.33
Shift information: Typical schedule is Monday through Friday Day shift. Note: This position is responsible for supporting on-call and service coverage coordination. Start and end time varies based on operational needsLocation: Salem
Reports to: Employment Services Director
Qualifications:
Two (2) year degree in human services or related field, with three (3) years of work experience in human services. Two (2) years of experience must have been in a position that included supervisory and training responsibilities. Additional experience may be substituted for educational requirements. Must have or be willing to complete within the first 6 months of employment, ACRE certification or CESP. Preference will be given to those individuals that have experience in community employment services and have hands on experience.
Benefits:
Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more!
91% Employer Paid Medical Insurance (EE ONLY)
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$10K Life Insurance Plan
8 Paid Holidays - holidays worked paid at premium
Paid Sick and Personal Time Off
Gym or other wellness reimbursement
Employee referral reward program
Employee paid flex spending and supplemental insurance offerings
401K after eligibility requirements are met
Full Position Description given upon interview
Shangri-La is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Shangri-La will ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Michael Meduri, Talent Engagement Coordinator, at 503-581-1732, x316 or michael.meduri@shangrila-or.org.
As part of this commitment, Shangri-La does not tolerate racism, homophobia, sexism, or transphobia. Shangri-La does not discriminate based on someone's identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class.
All Orientations. All Abilities. All Cultures. All Sexes.
All People of All Color. All Religions.
Salary : $4,678 - $5,919