Employment Consultant Job at PROVAIL, Washington DC

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  • PROVAIL
  • Washington DC

Job Description

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Description

Join an empowered team that is making a difference in our community!

Are you passionate about Inclusion, and looking for a way to make a difference? Come work for a nationally recognized non-profit leader in employment for people with disabilities! We're seeking creative, energetic professionals who are committed to inclusion to join our diverse team and help make employment a reality for all.

PROVAIL has exciting opportunities for Employment Consultants to join our team! In this role you will support people with disabilities through their career journey, and help businesses build a more inclusive workforce. As an entry position into the field of disability employment services, this is a great job if you are just starting a Social Work or Human Services career, or if you are refocusing your experience to make a difference in the world.

This role requires daily driving in your own vehicle and will support individuals in Kirkland, Bellevue, Redmond, Issaquah , and surrounding neighborhoods. This is a full time position that typically works Monday-Friday during normal business hours (8:00 am-5:00 pm).

This is a full time position that typically works Monday-Friday during normal business hours but may require some need for occasional nights/weekends based business needs.

About Us

PROVAIL was founded in 1942 by parents of children with cerebral palsy. They created some of the first community services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other severe disabilities in the area. Our mission is supporting people with disabilities to fulfill their life choices. We help people decide how they want to live their life in the community and then provide the support services they need to act on those choices. We are one of the state’s largest private, multi-service agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adults with all types of disabilities.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, $23.33-$24.50 per hour, DOE
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance with highly subsidized employer contribution for the employee. Dependent coverage for qualified family members is available.
  • Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) when enrolled in a medical plan.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care and Dependent Care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 104 hours paid vacation plus incremental increases based on years of service
  • Twelve paid personal holidays
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Referral bonus program
  • Monthly cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement
  • Extensive paid training and professional development opportunities

What You’ll Do

  • Develop service plans for people on your caseload, while consulting with businesses to help develop new jobs.
  • Help employers develop natural supports that work for everyone.
  • Visit job sites to coach participants using positive behavior support techniques.
  • Must have the ability to consistently and reliably travel to and between work locations, using transportation that meets the needs of the employee.
  • Meet with potential employers to develop customized jobs.
  • Discover client interest and abilities and translate those into paid jobs.
  • Document progress toward goals using cloud-based apps on cell phone or company provided Chromebook.
  • Attend planning meetings with clients to set career goals.

What You’ll Bring

  • Degree in a related field. One year of disability experience in human services, social work, teaching, psychology, etc. may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to drive for work including valid driver’s license in good standing and proof of auto insurance.
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities in a community setting is preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
  • Professional, collaborative and outcome-driven approach.
  • An open and positive approach to life.
  • We’ll provide thorough training in the three-step process of Discovery, Job Development, and Follow-along Coaching.

PROVAIL is committed to diversity & inclusion and continually working to build an organizational culture and climate in which every voice is valued, staff have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and staff feel empowered to do their best work. We specifically encourage people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.

PROVAIL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Similar job titles: Social Work, Special Education, Human Services, Transition Services, Job Placement Specialist, Employment Consultant, Employment Specialist, Job Coach, Education careers

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Night shift, Monday to Friday,

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