Employment Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

This position plays an important role in building meaningful connections within our community and creating opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities to explore, pursue, and achieve competitive integrated employment. Through encouragement, relationship-building, and individualized support, this position helps promote a culture of high expectations where every individual is empowered to discover their strengths, interests, and potential in the workforce.

The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others succeed and enjoys working with students and young adults to identify career interests, develop essential employability skills, and gain the confidence and experience needed to achieve their employment goals. This position provides opportunities to make a lasting difference by helping individuals recognize their abilities and prepare for meaningful careers.

The primary responsibility of this position is the delivery of Pre-Employment Transition Services (pre-ETS) within Warrick and Spencer County   schools. The role also includes service provision at the Project SEARCH workplace immersion program at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh.

Additionally, this position is responsible for planning and delivering summer pre-ETS programming for students in Spencer County, providing continued opportunities for career exploration, skill development, and work readiness beyond the traditional school year.

Travel is required as services are provided balancing responsibilities between the Project SEARCH site and school-based services throughout both counties.

Education and Experience: Candidates should be ready to demonstrate their ability to network and build relationships, teach and motivate, think outside the box, and work independently.

Ideal candidates will also have an intermediate level skill in working with Microsoft Office programs.

Qualifications:  

• The minimum age requirement is 18 years.
• Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass a TB test, drug screen and comprehensive background check.
• College degree or coursework preferred.
• Experience in special education, supported employment, and/or transition service delivery may substitute for degree

Requirements:

• CPR/First Aid - provided.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to grasp the equivalent of a 12 oz. can.
• Reliable transportation with current vehicle insurance.

Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Interested? Apply now!
SIRS, Inc. is a qualifying organization under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.