Pre-Vocational Specialist/Job Developer

If you have patience, are creative, can think outside of the box, are quick on your feet and adaptable, and love helping others achieve their goals, UCP Heartland may be the place for you! UCP Heartland's mission is to provide children and adults living with differing abilities extraordinary care and support they need to thrive in school, at home, at work and in their community. What will you be doing in this position? Directly support clients in realizing their personal employment goals by providing instructional training to prepare them for competitive employment. Work a caseload of 6-10 Clients. Additional duties may include Job development, providing job coaching (on the job supervision) and periodic follow-along supports as needed. Prepare and submit documentation within required timeframes and funding guidelines. This role requires a flexible schedule with the ability to work on short notice and will include days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. This role has the authority to orientate, supervise, and evaluate the performance of the program participants under the guidelines established by the Agency’s policy and procedures. Work Monday through Friday 8AM-4PM with some flex hours necessary after 4pm and on weekends. SKILLS NEEDED: Teaching/Creativity Communication Skills Recruiting/Sales What benefits does UCP Heartland have for you? Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off (personal, sick and 9 paid company holidays and 16 Floating Holiday Hours for Benefits Eligible Employees) Retirement plan Vision insurance (company paid) MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study that is relevant to the field and/or assigned responsibilities OR a combination of education and experience in recruitment, sales, or another related field. Good working knowledge of computers, software applications and databases. Effective written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to relate to a diverse group of individuals. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Understanding of learning and developmental needs of the disabled with the ability to be flexible and alter strategies based on the needs of the individual. Must be able to pass any background, law enforcement, or related security clearance, screenings, or other specific requirements as required by the Agency and/or employment sites (i.e., health specific) for the purpose of providing any and all services through the department and/or Agency. MUST have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and provide vehicle insurance that meets minimum requirements for transporting passengers from the State of Missouri. DMV record must meet Agency requirements and must pass the Agency Driver Training Program. Maintain training and certification consistent with Agency requirements. Ability to pass background screening requirements of the Agency, employment sites, and law enforcement. Ability to sit, stand, bend and walk for up to 8 hours at a time PREFERRED EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education, psychology, social work or other related human services field from an accredited college or university OR a combination of education and experience. One or more years’ experience in supported employment programs. Two or more years’ experience with persons with developmental and/or severe physical disabilities. Knowledge of the local/regional economic conditions, availability of funding from Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of Mental Health and SB 40 Boards. THIS IS AN HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT POSITION at $24.00/Hour PAID MILEAGE AND FULL TIME BENEFITS