Job Development Specialist

Summary: LIFESPAN Services is hiring a compassionate and reliable Job Development Specialist to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to obtain job placements. The role involves working closely with local employers to establish job matches, providing job search support, and ensuring ongoing employment opportunities for clients. Responsibilities: - Market LIFESPAN employment services to area businesses in order to obtain optimal job matches for individuals receiving services - Provide job search support, coaching, and assistance to equip individuals with tools needed to procure employment - Prepare individuals for interview and entry into the workforce - Establishes and maintains working relationships with employers and public agencies to secure ongoing employment opportunities - Participate in local and/or regional area job fairs - Transport individuals to and from job search outings and work sites as needed - Travel to various employment sites within the local and/or regional area to meet with individuals, families, and employers - Follow VR regulations and guidelines for supported employment - Exercise judgment in implementing goals, policies and procedures - Ensure that goals and plans are implemented - Assist in selecting potential individuals through screening and assessment procedures - Assign, review, and plan work for individuals, ensuring that they are placed in the most appropriate and least restrictive job for their individual needs and interest - Work as liaison between the employer and employee to ensure needs are met - Training, technical assistance, monitoring safety conditions, providing transportation and follow -along support - Advocate for individuals requiring reasonable accommodations at work sites in order to maintain employment - Establish and maintain good relationships with various individuals and agencies including area supervisors, referring agencies, VR counselors, parents/guardians, case workers, employers, etc - Receive, review, process, file and/or submit a variety of documents and reports for the - Remain abreast of new trends by attending workshops, seminars, conferences, meetings, etc. as needed Required Qualifications: - Must be at least 18 years of age - Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check - Pass driving record check if providing transportation - Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities - Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training - Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy) - Be available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and overtime as required Preferred Qualifications: - Associate's degree and/or Bachelor's degree in Marketing and/or Sales Required Skills: Job Development, Employer Relationship Management, Job Placement, Training, Supported Employment Regulations, First Aid/CPR Certification, Transportation, Screening, Assessment, Advocacy for Reasonable Accommodations, Compassion, Hardworking, Friendly Benefits: Paid training, Paid time off, Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, Short- and long-term disability insurance, 403b retirement plan with employer match, Perks galore!