Vocational Specialist
Company: InVision Human Services
Location: Wexford
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Description$500 sign-on bonus if ACRE certified or Company will
incur cost to obtain ACRE certification!
A Vocational Specialist is a person who consistently advocates on
behalf of those who experience obstacles to traditional employment.
The Vocational Specialist works closely with each person
represented to conduct all aspects and phases of Supported
Employment and Customized Employment such as: Discovery, creation
of the Discovery Profile, Customized Plan for Employment, Visual
Resume, conducting Job Development to include conducting Employer
Needs Analysis as well as engaging in Negotiation to determine
duties and pay, and assisting in the creation of job descriptions
for newly created positions.
The goal of the Vocational Specialist is to assist specific people
represented to locate and sustain work based on their conditions,
interests and contributions Works closely with a variety of
businesses and other organizations to coordinate and deliver
supports that ensure the success.
The Vocational Specialist works independently within the scope of
Vocational Services. The Vocational Specialist is responsible for
maintaining their own schedule while ensuring they reach a minimum
of 75% of time spent in billable hours per week while managing
utilization with a target of 90% utilization for each person
represented.
The position of Vocational Specialist is one that crosses a variety
of professional domains. As such, the Vocational Specialist should
be familiar with and proficient in functions/tasks that would
typically fall within the job descriptions of: Vocational Assessor,
Recruiter, Business Consultant, Sales, and Job Coach.
Mission and Philosophy
Licensing and Contractual Compliance
Administrative
Complies with all InVision Human Services policies, procedures, and
standard business practices.
Correctly and accurately completes and submits by stated deadline,
InVision Human Services required documents such as timesheets,
expense reports and service notes.
Submits required information such as physical examinations, vehicle
insurance and vehicle registration and Act 33 and 34 clearances to
supervisory or administrative staff as requested by stated
deadlines.
Adheres to schedule for arrival time, scheduled appointments, and
other company related meetings. Maintain accurate schedule in
Microsoft Outlook. Provides access to daily schedule to Program
Supervisor and amend when schedule changes providing adequate
explanation.
Provide positive representation of InVision Human Services to
community business partners and other organizations.
Develop relationships with businesses and business organizations
for the purposes of identifying potential work opportunities.
Provide informal training to other associates both within and
outside of the agency.
Seek out and participate in training and other educational
opportunities that contribute to professional growth.
Utilizes computer equipment and programs to provide for efficient
and effective communication and workflow.
Maintain current, accurate and systematic service notes detailing
daily work performance as well as strategies utilized to enhance
work performance; documentation must occur at the time services are
rendered.
Utilize a descriptive writing technique focusing on positive
attributes of the individual supported. Highlight strengths through
descriptive writing as well as describing the support received.
Meet with program supervisor monthly or as requested for
supervision and/or employee development.
Provides guidance and acts as a liaison between the person
represented and social security administration to ensure the
individual has access to benefits counseling.
Provides guidance and assists with business planning for
individuals who choose to pursue self-employment.
Financial Management
The following constitute the behavior expectations the company has
for each employee:
* Treats everybody with dignity and respect.
* Is honest and trustworthy.
* Respects authority and the chain of communication.
* Exhibits a willingness and desire to learn about the company and
its philosophies.
* Exhibits empathy.
* Respects others opinions, beliefs and position on a matter, even
if it contradicts his/her own.
* Understands the importance of, and practices respectful
disagreement.
* Follows fundamental business etiquette and protocols.
* Complies with all policies and regulations.
* Projects a positive attitude and image of the company internally
and externally.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required, as well as any physical requirements. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a
disability to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree plus 1 year experience working with
people in a service capacity [or equivalent combination of
education and work history]. Nationally recognized certification as
an Employment Professional may be substituted in lieu of the
aforementioned requirements. Such certification would include: ACRE
(Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators), CESP
(Certified Employment Supports Professional) through National APSE.
Performance based certification in Customized Employment through
Marc Gold & Associates or Griffin Hammis Associates. Must possess
excellent interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential
situations, as position continually requires demonstrated poise,
tact and diplomacy. Demonstrated ability to write both
descriptively and professionally.
Other Requirements:
Ability to comprehend, access, and utilize electronic medium and
various computer programs.
Ability to effectively present information, write reports and
respond to questions from employers, people represented, and other
colleagues.
Ability to comprehend and apply basic mathematical concepts.
Ability to think and react quickly in crisis situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger,
handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and
taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up
to 20 pounds.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of
knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the
job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an
exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Employees may be required to perform any job-related function as
directed by their supervisor.
Keywords: InVision Human Services, Penn Hills , Vocational Specialist, Other , Wexford, Pennsylvania
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