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Community Bridges · 1 month ago

Job Developer

Concord, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$17/hr - $17/hr

1+ years exp

Community Bridges is a non-profit agency dedicated to the integration and growth of individuals with developmental disabilities. The Job Developer will work in partnership with individuals and businesses to create meaningful employment opportunities and advocate for individuals with disabilities.

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Responsibilities

Promotes and develops sustained relationships with employers inside Community Bridges catchment area

Promotes and develops employment and on-the-job training opportunities for individuals

Assists employers in revising standards which exclude individuals from jobs

Demonstrates to employers' effectiveness and profitability of employing individuals with intellectual disabilities or acquired brain injuries by identifying jobs that workers could perform

Establishes relationships with employers regarding problems, complaints, and progress of recently placed individuals and recommends corrective action

Promotes and develops on-the-job training program opportunities with employers and assists in writing contracts

Identifies need for and assists in development of auxiliary services to facilitate bringing individuals into job-ready status

Instruct applicants in resume writing, job search, and interviewing techniques as requested

Manage the allocation of program resources to accomplish the goals established for the fiscal year to provide vocational and administrative services and supervision to vocational and administrative staff

Responsible for the development of vendor ship contract(s) with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Ensure services are delivered in accordance with New Hampshire State rules and regulations

Ensures adequate staff training on job sites

Ensures compliance with agency policies regarding safety/accidents

Maintains established monthly billing procedures for all Vocational Rehabilitation clients

Acts as a liaison for Vocational Rehabilitation participants in active Vocational Rehabilitation client review meetings

Represents and participates in statewide employment committees and initiatives

Assures communication with case managers and clinical staff regarding consumer progress and problems

Attends department and staff meetings, team meetings, trainings and in-services as assigned

Represents the Agency at external events and functions

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Supervisory experienceVocational services knowledgeBasic computer literacyCommunity resource accessEffective communicationAdvocacy skillsProfessional role modelFlexible work scheduleCrisis responseTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required

Experience in the human service or related field with persons with disabilities desirable skills in coaching, mentoring, or vocational also desirable

One year supervisory experience required

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to plan and perform a wide variety of duties related to program administration

Must exercise independent judgment and use discretion in the performance of these duties while operating within the limits of standard practice

Ability to plan and perform diversified duties requiring knowledge of vocational services and the management of a team providing such services

Ability to access placement, support, and provide clear communication with prospective employers required

Holds valid driver's license, proof of adequate automobile insurance and reliable transportation required

Ability to access community resources, activities and social gatherings

Ability to advocate for, provide support to, and assist individuals to advocate for their rights

Ability to represent Community Bridges services to the public and maintain a positive image to the community at large

Ability to work as a member of a team and carry out team decisions

Ability to collaborate with individual families, team members and community citizens on behalf of each individual

Ability to acquire knowledge of Community Bridges mission, values, policy and procedures

Ability to acquire computer competencies

Ability to work a flexible work schedule with occasional nights and weekends

Drive individuals in their car

Use their car in frequently during their shift

Are required to take Defensive Driving at time of hire and every three years while employed

Are required to show proof of $100,000/$300,000 liability car insurance at time of hire and at renewal of policy

Must be physically and mentally capable of performing multiple tasks under stressful situations

Must be able to respond positively in a crisis situation

The job requires standing, stretching, bending, walking, lifting and transporting a minimum of 10 pounds

Must be able to climb stairs

Must be capable of using a visual display terminal with continuous wrist movement on a keyboard

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

Preferred

Familiarity with people with a developmental disability, acquired brain injuries, and/or a mental illness preferred

Benefits

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Paid Time Off: For a full-time employee working 40 hours a week, 264.16 hours of Paid Time Off is received per year!

Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b with 1% company match, Excellent Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Employer-paid Short Term Disability, and Employer paid Life Insurance.

Mileage Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed for approved mileage driven on the clock.

Paid Training: As an employee, you are paid your usual rate of pay while attending training!