Workforce Job Coach-Summer Seasonal- Developmental Disabilities-Lake and Geauga County-Part-Time

Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health! OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This is an irregular part-time position for 5 or 10 weeks over the summer dependant on what site you are assigned Must be 18 years of age or older and must have a high school diploma or equivalent MUST Start on May 18th for training ( day and evening hours online training available) Program dates (June 1st- August 7th), MUST work all days but Juneteenth 20 hour work week (4-5 hours a day) No weekends and no evenings DSP and education focused workers welcomed to apply!

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Build collaborative relationships with clients to support employment goals in community settings.
• Assist individuals improve their job skills and achieve career goals by developing coaching plans, assisting with goal setting, teaching effective job tasks, and supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Develop and support business partnerships and collaborations and advise how they can support the population with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Follow individual's Individual Service Plan as guided by the SSA
• Assist identified individuals with disabilities with career planning, resume writing and the ability to learn and accurately perform and excel in their job duties and functions.
• Perform an assessment of professional strengths and weaknesses for each assigned individual.
• Assist with development of Individual professional plans for growth within the current area of interest
• Provide one-on-one training to prepare for employment tailored to the individual's needs.
• Performs related administrative responsibilities; maintains participant information, records, and other documents; responds timely to emails and phone calls; attends various training and meetings; completes required reporting; communicates with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance and consults with other county agencies and/or supportive services as necessary.

• Create and update state records and reports on progress, utilizing an internal computer system.
• Complete progress notes daily for the individuals you work with.
• Assist with quality assurance and auditing when necessary
• Educate clients on public benefits (e.g., SSI, Medicaid) and how employment may impact them
• Be a part of a client team that includes the client, service support administrators, employer, family and other outside entities, so the client is supported through every process.
• Participate in cross-training to develop working knowledge of multiple program functions, ensuring seamless service delivery, collaboration across departments, and the ability to support agency needs as they arise.
• Participates in the planning, organization and implementation of special events/department specific projects including job fairs, community fairs, community service-learning projects and fundraising events.
• Develops strong community support and collaborative partnerships. Maintain effective linkages with internal and external department staff, outside agency professionals, and other community organizations as it is related to data management.
• Maintains the confidentiality of client or collateral interaction within Agency defined standards.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
• Complete Direct Support Professional Training on the DODD website with annual trainings .
• Complete Career Planning training on the DODD website.
• Seasonal employees must be present at the client's worksite for the entire duration of each shift and provide continuous supervision of the client's work at all times.

Education & Experience:

Level I:

• High school diploma required, associate degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Education or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience working with individual and developmental disabilities and/or a high-risk population
• Trauma-informed care preferred

Level II:

• Education is same as Level I
• 2-4 years' experience working with individual and developmental disabilities and /or a high-risk population
• Crisis intervention experience required
• Demonstrated independence and initiative Level III
• Education is same as Level II
• 2-4 years' experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and /or a highrisk population
• Crisis intervention training or experience required
• Proven leadership demonstrated by taking on additional responsibilities
• Participation in program operations and external meetings
• Understanding of compliance as it pertains to the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and Opportunities for Ohioans with

Disabilities Qualifications:

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact.
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people.
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment.
• Flexible; able to workdays, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients.
• Strong organizational skills: being able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
• Ability to provide timely follow-up and act with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, electronic health records, etc.
• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
• Ability to drive clients to employment locations
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

Benefits include:

NEW higher pay rates Clear career ladder for development path in various roles Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + children ! Free CEU trainings 10 paid holidays; some are exchangeable Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations 401(k) with employer match option Employment Assistance Program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Free licensure supervision Recognition and rewards

• Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.

High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.