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Employment Specialist / Job Coach

Employment Specialist / Job Coach

PhoenixAthens, AL, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

WXJ09302025-2 JOB TITLE :

  • Employment Specialist / Job Coach Bargaining Unit Status :   Non-Bargaining Unit FULL-TIME ☒   (hours per week : 40)   Work Schedule : M-F 7 : 00 AM-4 : 00 PM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS : High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Minimum of one year’s experience in a rehabilitation, non-profit facility, or comparable setting in the area(s) of case management, service provision, working with individuals with various disabilities, job development, job placement, follow-up, and training.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and general computer operation is required.
  • Experience in marketing and public relations.  Strong working knowledge of disability management and awareness.

    • OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Must be authorized for coverage under agency insurance if operating an agency vehicle, have a good driving record, a valid driver’s license, and / or the required level of personal auto insurance.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, per company requirements.
  • Ability to communicate with tact and maintain confidentiality.
  • Adequate ability in communicating in spoken conversation – adequate volume of speech.
  • Adequate ability in writing / reading / mathematics.
  • Ability to effectively build and maintain positive working relationships with management and peers.
  • Strong organizational, project planning, and management experience with proven analytical and multi-tasking skills.
  • Superior listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in general reporting and basic case file management.

    • IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR :

  • Program Coordinator POSITIONS SUPERVISED : None JOB RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY : Ability to job develop and serve as an advocate for individuals with disabilities eager to obtain employment.  Assist referred individuals with job placement, follow-up, and training.  Provide case management and social service referral assistance as needed.
  • Provide job readiness training and instruction.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Complete training as defined by the Phoenix Professional Development Plan.
  • Provide information as requested for various statistical requirements.
  • Maintain reporting and records as outlined by policy, referral source, and accreditation requirements.
  • Have working knowledge of current contract requirements, AbilityOne regulations, CARF standards, social security guidelines, Phoenix mission / policies, departmental goals and objectives, and other sponsoring agency guidelines.

    • SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO THIS POSITION MAY INCLUDE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING :

  • Employment Specialist / Job Coach (PWI / Supported Employment) Provide employment readiness training (group and individual), assessment, job development, job placement, job coaching, and follow-up for referred persons.
  • Serve as a facility consultant regarding the employment readiness of program participants.
  • Serve as the primary resource person for information on current employer needs.
  • Provide job coaching assistance as directed by the referral source.
  • Participate in mission-based community activities.
  • Employment Specialist / Job Coach (Employee Support Services) Possess or have the ability to obtain a government secret clearance and pass a background check within a reasonable time, as determined by the employer.
  • Ability to gain unescorted access to Redstone Arsenal.

    • Provide select case management services to Phoenix employees certified as having a disability to include :

  • direct intervention, job coaching, referrals to social service / community agencies and work site visits; development and maintenance of competitive employment evaluations and reasonable accommodations per AbilityOne guidelines; report generation per specific guidelines, vocational counseling, behavior management, compliance certification and personnel assessment; reporting and file maintenance.
  • Maintain contact and communication with appropriate supervisors, project managers, and other Phoenix Vocational staff to provide effective case management services.

    • WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Adequate ability for conversation, telephone use, and emergency information systems.
  • Ability to be independently mobile on all surfaces and in all situations.
  • Ability to move safely about the work area.
  • Ability to retrieve items from high and low areas.
  • Ability to perceive size, discrimination, temperature, shapes, and / or textures.
  • Physical stamina to work at least 8 hours per day.

    • EMOTIONAL CAPACITIES :

  • Must be able to change routine positively.
  • Must be able to follow through on assignments independently.
  • Must have good organizational skills.
  • Must have a long attention span to listen to people, perceive the real problems, and bring issues to a successful conclusion.
  • Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for the organization at any given point in time.
  • Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Must have stable work behaviors daily.
  • Must have adequate individual coping skills.
  • Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
  • Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions even in emergencies.
  • Must be able to exercise good judgment to maintain a safe work environment.

    • NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Other duties as assigned.

    • RATE OF PAY :

  • $21.15 per hour "Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer.

    • Individuals with disabilities, including "disabled veterans" or veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.” All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on disability, being a veteran, female, minority, or in any other protected group.

  • We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
  • Phoenix internal and programmatic applicants, and individuals with disabilities, will receive first consideration.
  • Conditions of employment may include compliance with infection prevention protocols recommended by the CDC, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies."   Powered by JazzHR
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