Overview
Employment Specialist Jobs in Seattle, WA at IKRON Greater Seattle
Come join our welcoming and amazing team at IKRON Greater Seattle! IKRON is a non-profit, behavioral health organization that offers outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and employment support services. IKRON is a growing, team-focused agency that has established a strong reputation of quality services based on person-centered practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with clients to help achieve employment goals. Provide job development, job placement and job retention support services to adults with disabilities. Coordinate job coaching services as needed. Complete daily notes and reports on participations’ progress for all employment services. Review and assist in preparation of individualized service plans. Complete Intake and assessments dependent upon credentials. Recruit employers to provide competitive part-time and/or full-time jobs for IKRON consumers. Educate employers on IKRON services. Provide benefits management and follow up services. Coordinate activities with other behavioral health professionals, administrative staff, and clinical staff. Attend vocational team meetings and all-staff meetings. Assist, upon request, with administrative matters and/or special projects.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: By Vocational Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree OR a minimum of two years of related experience.
2. Experience working with disabled population(s)
3. Computer literate in word processing and spreadsheets
4. Vehicle required and ability to pass driving records check if transporting clients
RANKING FACTORS:
1. Sensitive and supportive of clients’ needs.
2. Ability to serve as an appropriate role model.
3. Ability to work closely and cooperatively with clients and staff and be flexible.
4. Good oral and written communication skills.
5. Good organizational skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Employment Specialist
Company: IKRON Greater Seattle
Location: Seattle, WA
