Employment Support Specialist/Job Coach/Full-Time at UCP Heartland
UCP Heartland · Saint Louis, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Saint Louis
With UCP Heartland's FULL-TIME Employment Specialist/Job Coach Position you can put your networking experience to "work" AND help UCP Heartland provide those living with differing abilities the extraordinary care and support they need to thrive EVERYWHERE!
You will be meeting new and unique individuals, use your creativity and advocate in the community for those with disabilities and help our clients realize their personal goals for successful long-term employment.
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT!!!
A little bit about the job responsibilities:
• Support individuals learn and keep their job at various worksites though out the St. Louis Metro area.
• Work with employers, families and funders to ensure success.
• Work a caseload of up to 25 individuals providing one on one support to help ensure employment success.
• Utilize a computer and electronic health records system to provide documentation and paperwork within established guidelines and timeframes.
• Build relationships with UCP employment clients, employers, funders and other stakeholders by providing clear and consistent communication.
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
- Generous PTO Policy (Plus 10 Paid Company Holidays)
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance (company paid)
Requirements:
• At least 2 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Flexible schedule to be able to support individuals when they are working.
• Creative and quick problem-solving skills with the ability to ‘think outside the box’.
• Strong time management, communication, and relationship building skills.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Strong computer skills.
• High School diploma with some college education, bachelor’s degree preferred.
