Community Vocational Specialist

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Empower Futures: Community Employment Advocate in Concord, CA:

The Community Vocational Specialist provides compassionate support and supervision for adults with disabilities, helping them achieve their employment-related goals through engaging and meaningful activities. These include volunteer opportunities, on-the-job guidance, and community outings such as educational classes and tours. Throughout the day, the Community Vocational Specialist mentors and encourages participants to fully engage in planned activities while also providing transportation for all group outings. Additionally, they track participant progress through data collection and record-keeping to assess program success. This dynamic and rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a fast-paced and fulfilling environment.

What You'll Do:

• Be a guide and cheerleader: Lead small groups in diverse activities like volunteer work, job training, and social skills development, all tailored to individual aspirations.
• Empower through personalized plans: Collaborate with participants to craft schedules and goals that reflect their unique needs and interests.
• Bridge the gap to employment: Develop essential work-related skills, address identified barriers, and celebrate milestones on the path to meaningful employment.
• Build strong connections: Foster supportive relationships with participants, families, and community partners to create a network for success.
• Contribute to a thriving program: Assist with program development, implementation, and review, ensuring its effectiveness in empowering individuals.

What We Offer:

• Meaningful impact: Witness firsthand the transformative power of your work as individuals gain confidence, skills, and independence.
• Supportive environment: Join a collaborative team dedicated to professional development and growth opportunities.
• Community focus: Make a difference in your local community by helping individuals reach their full potential.

Who You Are:

• Passionate advocate: You believe in the power of individual potential and are driven to empower others.
• Skilled facilitator: You excel at leading group activities, fostering collaboration, and creating a positive learning environment.
• Personable and patient: You build rapport easily, demonstrate empathy, and celebrate individual progress.
• Results-oriented: You are organized, detail-oriented, and committed to achieving program goals.
• Team player: You thrive in a collaborative setting and value open communication.

Requirements:

• Two years of experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities or in other social service settings.
• Valid California driver's license
• Your own car to use for work purposes (mileage reimbursement).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (preferred).
• One year of experience in a relevant field, such as rehabilitation, retail, or education

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health & financial security: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan to help you thrive.
• Support beyond work: Access your Care.com Membership, Legal Advice, and Mental Health resources for confidential advice and care.
• Unwind and recharge: Generous Paid time off including; paid vacation, paid sick days, and 11 paid holidays, (plus a bonus paid birthday "holiday" to celebrate you near your birthday)!
• Grow with us: Enjoy increasing vacation accrual rates based on your years of service, so you can explore more as you stay with us.