Chimes

Employment Consultant-Blue Ridge Region (Staunton/Augusta/Waynesboro)

Chimes  •  Charlottesville, VA / Staunton, VA (Onsite)  •  19 hours ago
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Job Description

Hourly Wage: $23.00, plus mileage-Full Time/Flexible Hours

Provides individualized employment services for persons with disabilities and others with significant employment barriers. Supports job development, placement, training, coaching, and long-term employment success based on customer needs.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION(S):

  • Provide job development, job placement, training, and job coaching services.
  • Deliver career skills training, life skills training, and employment supports.
  • Provide systematic instruction on work tasks with fading instructional assistance.
  • Facilitate natural support relationships between the employer, co-workers, and supported employee.
  • Market services to referral sources and maintain referral pipelines.
  • Support family members in maintaining the individual's employment goals.
  • Collaborate with adult service agencies and community organizations.
  • Represent customer needs to supervisors and co-workers through education and guidance.
  • Provide consumer status updates to agencies, referral sources, and management.
  • Maintain extensive documentation in electronic systems, email, and reports.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Understanding of confidentiality requirements.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to sit up to four (4) hours at a time.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience with behavior change procedures or intervention programs.
  • Experience in vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, or human services.
  • Bilingual skills preferred.

EDUCATION: High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum two (2) years of employment services, case management, coaching, or related experience preferred.

NOTE: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.

Chimes

About Chimes

Chimes International, Ltd. and its subsidiaries, known as the Chimes Family of Services, offer a wide range of opportunities for people with disabilities and other special needs. Chimes International, as the parent organization, leads and supports subsidiaries, which provide services to over 20,000 people in six states, the District of Columbia and Israel.

With a rich history spanning over seven decades, the Chimes Family of Services represents three distinct business models or service components:

Intellectual Disabilities Services

Employment for People with Disabilities

Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Services

All of the above are recognized for innovative, flexible and responsive solutions that achieve results. Our network of services and supports emphasize and promote the unique abilities of each person, with a focus on achieving and sustaining each person's well-being and independence.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Baltimore, MD
Year Founded
1947
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