Community Employment Coordinator Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Community Employment Coordinator 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 3015 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28217 Make a Difference in Someone’s Life! At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. You Belong at Monarch You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment – a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.

Job Highlights:

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Minimum of one year of experience with members diagnosed with intellectual disabilities and their families. Strong understanding of labor market trends and employment practices. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred in a Human Services field, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience working with diverse populations and communities. Knowledge of local businesses and community resources.

Working Conditions:

Office environment with occasional travel to community sites and local businesses. Flexible hours may be required to accommodate community events and workshops.

This Opportunity:

The Community Employment Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing employment programs that support community members in finding and maintaining meaningful employment of members diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. This role involves working closely with local businesses, community organizations, and job seekers to create opportunities and provide resources that enhance employability and job retention.

What You’ll Do:

Develop and manage employment programs tailored to the needs of the members served and supported by Monarch’s Supportive Employment program. Develop and implement outreach plans to engage intellectual disabilities service providers. Build and maintain relationships with service providers, community organizations, and stakeholders. Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and events to promote collaboration and community resource sharing, while promoting programs and services through various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and community forums, support groups, workshops, and informational sessions for families. Conduct needs assessments to identify service gaps and inform program development. Organize and participate in job fairs, community events, and other recruitment activities. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices and trends in recruitment and intellectual disabilities services. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends and employment opportunities while assisting families in navigating the Monarch’s referral and admission process. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of outreach efforts with organizational goals. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities and make necessary adjustments. Maintain accurate records and reports on employment activities. Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements. Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas. Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations. Travel and driving is required.

Education We’re Looking For:

Bachelors:

Business, Bachelors:

Communications, Bachelors:

Human Services, Bachelors:

Marketing, High School Diploma (Required)

Certifications We’re Looking For:

Drivers License (Valid) –

USA Experience We’re Looking For:

Experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis and/or intellectual/developmental disability

Schedule:

Flexible schedule to meet the needs of the people we support (40 hours/week).

Target Weekly Hours:

40 Monarch is an Equal Opportunity Employer Monarch offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch is an equal opportunity employer and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity. Monarch does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch.