The Kennedy Collective · 3 months ago
Community Placement Specialist
Trumbull,CT,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Kennedy Collective is seeking a Community Placement Specialist to make a meaningful impact by developing employment opportunities for individuals. This role involves coordinating services such as career exploration and job placement while fostering relationships with local employers.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Market to local employers to develop both individualized and group employment opportunities
Coordinate and facilitate services for assigned individuals which may include career exploration/counseling, job development, job placement, work skills evaluation, job coaching, and/or advocacy
Provide supports, based on individual need, to assist individuals in obtaining competitive employment and retention, which includes case management and service coordination
Receive supervision from the Employment Services Manager regarding administrative and program implementation and compliance; receive supervision from the Marketing & Employer Relations Manager regarding marketing and job development. Much of the daily operations with individuals must be coordinated without direct supervision
Provide job development and employment supports as needed
Develop community-based jobs for individuals based on individual interests, preferences and needs, as contracted by referring entity
Provide vocational training and career counseling to prepare individuals for employment by acquainting individuals with marketable skills and workplace accepted standards
Develop placement plans, evaluation sites and community-based jobs for individuals
Maintain daily written records of service notes and evaluation results for submission of required service documentation
Present written reports to funding source, individual and family
Maintain open communication with employers and outside agencies as relevant to individuals
Provide feedback to staff on employment trends and job opportunities
Maintain accurate records and files according to agency
Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Three years of experience in networking, marketing, and/or community business development
Valid Driver's License and must maintain a satisfactory driving record
You are required to be in possession of a car on site during your entire shift to transport yourself and/or individuals to community sites in all weather conditions and throughout all neighborhoods
Depending upon assignment, must be able to work in a variety of settings, weather conditions and locations
Must maintain PMT and CPR Aid certification
Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office and the internet
Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays
Communicate clearly in oral and written form on a constant basis
Work independently, utilize good judgment, and possess a strong sense of initiative
Provide physical interventions which may include lifting, mobility, first aid, and safety evacuations
Move weights up to 10 lbs. on a constant basis and 15 lbs. on an occasional basis
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in one of the behavioral sciences
One year job development/employment experience with people with disabilities
May be required to communicate in another language and understand another culture i.e., Spanish, sign language
Benefits
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
Generous PTO
401k
Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company
The Kennedy Collective
The Kennedy Center, Inc.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Valerie S G Reyher
Chief Operating Officer
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