Job Summary

Directed and supervised by the Program Manager, the Employment Specialist is responsible for the ongoing effective operation and growth of supported employment. This person will direct activities relating to job development, placement and job retention, promote community awareness, and set program goals. The Employment Specialist will maintain open lines of communication with referral agencies, parents and guardians through verbal and written means, and will present a professional demeanor at all times.

Essential Functions

1. Performs community job development.

2. Supervises and evaluate staff.

3. Develops and conducts vocational assessments and prepare reports.

4. Provides job analysis and job match functions.

5. Client assessment and ongoing case management.

6. Acts as liaison between VARC and community business and organizations.

7. Ensures that all staff are trained and up to date in required VARC safety programs and on-the-job training experiences.

8. Ensures effective communication with staff, program participants, corporate office, transportation and the community.

9. Provides ongoing support and assistance to employers.

10. Coordinates transportation planning and provision for VARC clients.

11. Coordinates efforts to parents/guardians, residential providers, case managers and significant others to assure positive vocational outcomes.

12. Provides community awareness and promote programs.

13. Provides employment coaching as needed.

14. Maintains all individual client records to include written information required to develop and implement Individual Service Plans, process reports and submit all documentation required by funding sources.

15. Attends service reviews as scheduled.

16. Accepts other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation or closely related field. Experience in working with individuals with varying abilities. Possess good communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a professional manner with individual clients, parents/guardians, other service providers, staff and employers. Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and vehicle.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• La Crosse, WI 54601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person