Job Developer

Program Services – Job DeveloperMentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.$50,502.40/yrBring your enthusiasm, outreach skills, and experience in job development to our company and take your career to the next level. As Job Developer for our vocational and day programs, you will develop connections to employers and agencies and secure competitive community-based jobs and volunteer opportunities for youth and adults referred for vocational support service.Contact community-based employers as an employment specialist to secure paid employment and volunteer educational opportunities for referred individualsResearch and recommend community employment sites and activities, complete vocational assessments, conduct site evaluations, and provide follow-up as indicatedExplore careers and vocational opportunities by reaching out to employers and matching employer needs with individuals' goalsAssist individuals receiving services in searching and interviewing for employment; provide follow-up support to individuals once placed in a jobProvide work adjustment training to assist individuals served to improve work skills, work behaviors, interpersonal skills, and ethics to maintain employmentContribute to Individual Service Plans for individuals receiving service that currently have paid and/or volunteer jobs, as well as individuals with job development goals and objectivesComplete required service documentation reviews, meet regularly with individuals and others to provide needed services/support, and ensure appropriate communication with planning teamAttend meetings in the community related to individuals in the program, represent the program professionally while in the community, and ensure individual rightsEnsure individuals' safety by providing appropriate supervision at job sitesQualifications:High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferredFive years of experience in a human services delivery system including two years of experience in job developmentA combination of education and experience that provides equivalent proficiency in the areas of responsibility may be substituted for the above education and experienceSelf-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-taskEffective communication skills with ability to build rapport with othersReliable, responsible, and caring natureWhy Join Us?Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.401(k) with company matchPaid time off and holiday payPurposeful work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of coworkersEnjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunitiesEmployee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible rolesWe have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.