Revision Date: April 2024
Position:
Employment Coordinator – Person Centered
Responsible to:
Program Director (NPS)
Wage Range: $19.25 – $23.75
Responsible for:
Assist the Employment Specialists, Director and provide support to enable individuals who are supported by Napa Personnel Systems to obtain and retain their jobs.
Hours of work:
Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day with flexible starting time as needed for coverage purposes.
Status:
Non-Exempt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Program Responsibilities:
- Obtain authorizations from the Department of Rehabilitation for needed services.
- Provide all needed information to individuals NPS supports to enable them to work e.g., transportation instruction, work introductions, child care options, assistance in filling out necessary paperwork.
- Obtain materials for Employment Preparation.
- Assist individuals with on line applications.
- Assist Employment Specialists in the completion of documention e.g., IHSPs, semi-annual and intake paperwork, editing of assessment reports.
- Assist Employment Specialist/Job Coaches in scheduling meetings.
- Maintain the Job Development database.
- Provide job coaching for office situational assessments/work adjustments while performing other assigned duties.
- Fill in at other job sites when job coaching is needed and as directed by the Program Director.
- Collect all data relevant to the agency Management Information System.
- Complete the CIE and PIP incentive payment programs and bill them on the NBRC E-Billing
- 2. Create invoices and investigate the aging report in QuickBooks, and follow up and ensure payment
- 3. Complete the Client Paid Internship wage packets and bill them on the NBRC EBilling
- 4. Complete the Self Determination Program paperwork, invoice, and send for payment
- 5. Job Coaching for Clerical Situational Assessment – Individual Wages, completing the paperwork, requesting the authorization, invoicing, and sending for payment
- 6. Initial Safety Training with new Job Coaches after orientation
- 7. Take meeting minutes.
Case Management Responsibilities:
- Complete monthly billing of hours authorized by the Department of Rehabilitation/North Bay Regional Center.
- Completion of the NPS HN1084 Group Habilitation Bill.
- Collect and review for accuracy individual intervention sheets, case notes, referral list, termination list current placement list, monthly reports etc.
- Coordinate, collect and review timesheets and Job Coach interventions to ensure all billing is thorough and ethical.
- Update the monthly Job Coach hours for NPS, based on authorized hours.
- Coordinate the scheduling of assessments and work adjustments.
- Follow up on all necessary needs to ensure successful job placement.
- Type resumes and monthly reports as needed.
- Assist individuals with disabilities to make decisions that will enhance job placement as identified by Employment Specialist, e.g., choosing appropriate clothing for a job interview.
- Ensure all files are current and up to date.
- Ensure all consumer information is up to date and distributed as needed.
Trainin/Staff Responsibilities:
- Attend conferences and workshops for professional development.
- Arrange for trained substitute job coaches as needed for job coaching within NPS.
- Inform the program director when problems arise.
- Serve on committees as needed.
Safety/Tranporation Responsibilities
- Be aware of safety procedures and location of safety manual.
- Maintain a safe working environment for individuals and job coaches.
- Immediately inform management staff if an unsafe situation occurs or is observed.
- Implement Injury/Illness Prevention Program (SB198).
Communication Responsibilities:
- Responsible to inform program director in writing when a communication issue arises.
- When appropriate, assist in the development and implementation of a participant’s communication plan using person centered skills to document a variety of information including, but not limited to, what is working or not working to promote success.
- Complete Special Incident Reports as needed (SIRs).
Other Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implement program policies and procedures relative to NPS in coordination with NPS Program Director.
- Participate in person-centered training.
- Provide assistance and conduct classes for people supported by NVSS as required/necessary.
- Must have the ability to work overtime when needed.
Other Expectations:
- Be familiar with and adhere to NVSS Mission Statement and philosophies.
- Follow agency policies and procedures.
- On behalf of the Agency, help create a working environment that encourages teamwork and work as a team member.
- Follow the Mandated Reporter requirements by immediately communicating concerns of abuse to NVSS management, the Department of Social Services and, when appropriate, the Obudsman and the police.
- Assist in program evaluation.
- Participate in all staff meetings, and training sessions related to the position.
- Serve on committees.
- Interact, communicate and cooperate well with coworkers, supervisors, subordinates and customers.
- Keep coworkers, supervisor, subordinates and customers informed.
- Develop professionally by attending conferences/workshops, etc. seek opportunities to learn and grow.
- Take an active role in providing and participating in employee development opportunities.
- Regular attendance and punctuality.
- Champion new ideas, processes and programs.
- Take personal responsibility for actions.
- Solve problems and communicate solutions with the Program Director.
- Provide good customer service.
Ensure follow through of all responsibilities and assigned tasks.
- Perform other relevant duties as required by Program Director.
Knowledge & Abilities
- Knowledge, ability and willingness to implement supported employment concepts and techniques including customized employment.
- Ability and willingness to implement person-centered thinking skills and outcomes.
- Demonstrate maturity and cultural competency while working with diverse populations.
- Knowledge, ability and willingness to implement one-to-one and group training techniques and analyze jobs.
- Ability and willingness to work effectively with employers in community job site.
- Strong communication, organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability and willingness to present the program in a positive and professional manner.
- Ability and willingness to work effectively and efficiently with individuals who have disabilities, rehabilitation counselors and employers.
- Ability to interact and communicate with individuals, employers and staff in a compassionate non-critical, non judgmental, objective manner.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High School diploma or equivelent
- Prefer two years college with emphasis on Special Education, Rehabilitation or a closely related field or a 2 years exrperience in a similar position or business administration.
Experience:
- Prefer experience working with adults with intullectual and developmental disabilities.
- Administrative experience of 2 years working in an office environment.
Physical Requirements
- Employee may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:
- Keyboarding
- Viewing computer screens
- Driving / Traveling
- Lifting up to 30 pounds
- Sitting/standing for extended periods.
Other:
- Current California Driver’s License, with an acceptable driving record
- A reliable vehicle and is insured and in good running condition.
- Must pass criminal record background check, drug screening, physical exam and TB test.
- Meet all California Department of Public Health orders
Acknowledgment of Responsibilities:
I understand that, for business reasons I may be asked to move from my current program into another NVSS program with similar responsibilities as the need arises.
I further understand that I will be provided with any training needed. I acknowledge that a program or position shift may be permanent and this will be fully discussed with me prior to any permanent change being made.
I have read and understand the responsibilities of my job description. I further acknowledge that my performance will be evaluated by my immediate supervisor and or the Program Director or Executive Director. I am aware of the responsibilities involved with this position and will fulfill these responsibilities to the best of my abilities.