Job Developer SEMP

We are seeking an experienced Job Developer. If you are looking to join our dedicated team we want to hear from you!Supported Employment Job Developers are responsible for working with persons with disabilities (PWD) through a process known as Customized Employment. Prior to placement individuals are assessed through a Discovery process by interning at several work sites and interviewing significant people within their circle of support in order to arrive at a holistic picture about a persons interest aptitudes and vocational direction that will lead to a good job match. The SEMP Job developer is responsible for working with a caseload of PWD in order to move them through this process and then place them in competitive jobs. It is important that the job developer maintain a network of key employers and businesses in which individuals can both intern for short periods of time as well as hire appropriate individuals with the support of an on-site coach when necessary. Responsible for following up with employers funding sources parents and others during the process. The Awesome Things Youll DoResponsible for overseeing Discovery process and final Discovery Report within an average of 90 a variety of community based sites for limited time internships that cover different types of career explorations e.g. Pharmacy clothing and big box settings such as Target TJMaxx food establishments etc. Responsible placing 25 individuals per for developing appropriate resumes for consumers in necessary fill out paper and/or online applications with individualMaintain relationships with existing employersDevelop new accountsAssist consumers in finding getting and keeping jobsJD is responsible for job matching a participants experience temperament and stated work settings and goals in order to place in appropriate applicable market and be able to set up on-site job coaching for is knowledgeable about Social Security work incentives and how employment affects an individuals disability how to calculate and explain SSI & SSDI benefits plans to able to educate employers on relevant program and placement issues: disability issues as they relate to employment ADA issues tax credits job modifications appropriate paperwork as required by funding source incl. case notes billing materials relationships with businesses interested in customized workplace trainingProviding participants with job search services including resume writing and interview preparationMust maintain online log through CMIS of all services provided to participants serviced (daily)Responsible for complete accurate and timely submission of all job orders referrals follow ups and verifications required for the departmentServe as role model for participantsPerform other related duties as assigned by JD Supervisor and/or ManagementMaintain and ensure HIPAA confidentiality of records (daily)Activities are subject to change / be added to meet business needs with management Must HavesHigh school or GED required at minimum; Bachelors Degree preferred2 years experience working with persons with disabilitiesExperience as a Job Developer and/or Sales Marketing or related field a plusProven ability to cultivate and maintain employer relationships with business and industry with a particular focus on employers providing employment opportunity in various fieldsExcellent communication skills both oral and writtenStrong presentation and networking skillsMust be able to work with difficult population and defuse tense situationsMust be a team player and have strong work ethicMust be flexible open to new ideas creative and energeticMust be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing demandsProficiency with MS Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook PPT)Field based position must be able to travel to multiple sites dailyWhat We OfferGenerous Time off policy to use when you need itHealth wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goalsRobust health benefits including medical dental vision parental leaves and company sponsored life insuranceRetirement matching programs and contributionsTransit and commuter benefits#IND1