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Start Date:
Immediately
This position oversees the Employment Services program throughout Ventura County, which provides employment opportunities in the community. In addition, this position will lead efforts in development and growth of the program, provide supervision and training to employment services staff, and ensure individualized
Immediate Supervisor:
Director of Employment Services
Supervision Exercised:
Ventura County Individual Employment Services Coordinators, Employment Specialists, Job Coaches
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversees all Individual Employment Services throughout Ventura County
Develops individual supported employment opportunities in the community by following up with potential employers/business contacts
Responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of services designed to meet the needs of individuals being served in the Employment Services programs
Responsible for interviewing, hiring and evaluation of all program staff
Create and implement strategies for short- and long-term program growth
In conjunction with the Executive Director, oversees marketing of program offerings to the community
Helps organize and assist in marketing efforts and special events when applicable
Responsible for assisting in the recruitment, selection, and training of program staff
Ensure staff evaluation and review in accordance with Agency policies/procedures
Responsible for program billing and financials
Responsible for providing skills or developmental training in areas of specific activities as designated
Ensures completion of requirements for program participant payroll
Ensures completion of staff payroll
Monitors proper implementation and documentation of the Individual Service Plans (ISP) for each program participant
Coordinates the overall implementation of the program for each program participant based on his/her/their ISP in conjunction with the Case Management
Ensures that program components meet the assessed needs of the program participants in his/her/their ISP in conjunction with Employment Services Team
Attends (or designates staff person) all participants’ annual ISP meetings
Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development
Assists Director of Employment Services and Case Management Team with CARF accreditation process.
During absence, ensure that all responsibilities are delegated accordingly
Ensures compliance with Agency policies/procedures, OSHA, DOR, TCRC and CARF standards
Determines the types and amounts/supports necessary and develop plans to provide these supports with the goal of maintaining each individual gainfully employed
Monitors employer expectations of integration into the work setting and identify potential obstacles to work setting off - setting gainful employment
Oversees staff in training program participants to access public transportation and assist them in accessing benefits such as Social Security and SSDI and other generic resources
Responsible for providing skill and/or training as designated
Participates in meetings, in service trainings, etc. as needed
Will need to be available during any disasters
Other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects on an as needed basis
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time
Ability to go up and down stairs
Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written material
The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served
Full awareness of environmental stimuli
Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included)
Note: ADA accommodations available.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with an emphasis in the areas of education, psychology, social services, or related field (work experience may be substituted for education)
Four (4) years’ experience working directly with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings ; two (2) year of which must be increasingly responsible for administrative and/or supervisory experience
Proven ability to work with and motivate staff
Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information
Proven understanding of technology to support the program
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization
Ability to understand technical written materials
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision
Ability to read financial statements and understand basic accounting
Excellent computer proficiency (esp. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Teams etc.)
Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities
Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations
Will need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan
Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)
Start Date:
Immediately
This position oversees the Employment Services program throughout Ventura County, which provides employment opportunities in the community. In addition, this position will lead efforts in development and growth of the program, provide supervision and training to employment services staff, and ensure individualized
Immediate Supervisor:
Director of Employment Services
Supervision Exercised:
Ventura County Individual Employment Services Coordinators, Employment Specialists, Job Coaches
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversees all Individual Employment Services throughout Ventura County
Develops individual supported employment opportunities in the community by following up with potential employers/business contacts
Responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of services designed to meet the needs of individuals being served in the Employment Services programs
Responsible for interviewing, hiring and evaluation of all program staff
Create and implement strategies for short- and long-term program growth
In conjunction with the Executive Director, oversees marketing of program offerings to the community
Helps organize and assist in marketing efforts and special events when applicable
Responsible for assisting in the recruitment, selection, and training of program staff
Ensure staff evaluation and review in accordance with Agency policies/procedures
Responsible for program billing and financials
Responsible for providing skills or developmental training in areas of specific activities as designated
Ensures completion of requirements for program participant payroll
Ensures completion of staff payroll
Monitors proper implementation and documentation of the Individual Service Plans (ISP) for each program participant
Coordinates the overall implementation of the program for each program participant based on his/her/their ISP in conjunction with the Case Management
Ensures that program components meet the assessed needs of the program participants in his/her/their ISP in conjunction with Employment Services Team
Attends (or designates staff person) all participants’ annual ISP meetings
Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development
Assists Director of Employment Services and Case Management Team with CARF accreditation process.
During absence, ensure that all responsibilities are delegated accordingly
Ensures compliance with Agency policies/procedures, OSHA, DOR, TCRC and CARF standards
Determines the types and amounts/supports necessary and develop plans to provide these supports with the goal of maintaining each individual gainfully employed
Monitors employer expectations of integration into the work setting and identify potential obstacles to work setting off - setting gainful employment
Oversees staff in training program participants to access public transportation and assist them in accessing benefits such as Social Security and SSDI and other generic resources
Responsible for providing skill and/or training as designated
Participates in meetings, in service trainings, etc. as needed
Will need to be available during any disasters
Other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects on an as needed basis
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time
Ability to go up and down stairs
Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written material
The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served
Full awareness of environmental stimuli
Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included)
Note: ADA accommodations available.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with an emphasis in the areas of education, psychology, social services, or related field (work experience may be substituted for education)
Four (4) years’ experience working directly with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings ; two (2) year of which must be increasingly responsible for administrative and/or supervisory experience
Proven ability to work with and motivate staff
Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information
Proven understanding of technology to support the program
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization
Ability to understand technical written materials
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision
Ability to read financial statements and understand basic accounting
Excellent computer proficiency (esp. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Teams etc.)
Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities
Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations
Will need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan
Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)