Employment consultant | Portland, OR

(with or without accommodations under ADA). Provide education and technical assistance to prospective employers on the benefits of employing workers with diverse abilities. Analyze job tasks and the potential for work modifications, and match individuals to appropriate job assignments.

Use creative outside the box strategies to help supported individuals achieve successful outcomes. Ensure the health and safety of workers. Learn how to perform various jobs at employment sites to demonstrate and work with individuals during initial on-the-job training to coach performance. Provide on-site support and encouragement and advocate for individual as needed. Observe the Worksite's culture and

assist the worker in building social bonds with supervisors and co-workers for integration. Communicate verbally and in writing with program managers, job developers, support staff, employers, funding sources and other advocates to ensure a clear understanding of worker's progress and continued support, as needed.

Manage a caseload of 15-20 individuals and write and submit timely progress reports. Act as liaison with key community stakeholders, including service coordinator, vocational rehabilitation counselor, home support system/guardian to support work attendance. Assist individuals with job preparation activities such as resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, and utilizing public

transportation. Provide Discovery/Career Exploration services in the community and develop a vocational profile which provides employment-related information essential to the development of the individual's career goals.

Keep apprised of general labor market trends, including health and safety considerations. Ensure all required documentation is complete, timely, accurate and representative of a professional organization. Follow licensing regulations, agency policies and practices and assure protection of individual rights and safety. Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or Chief Program Officer Requirements: Employment Consultant Qualifications: Associate degree in special education, psychology, or related field or four years of experience in a vocationally oriented rehabilitation agency training adults with disabilities, particularly in vocational skills training.

Travel is required from work site to work site, to/from Exceed, Vocational Rehabilitation, Department of Health Services, and other off-site locations. Must have a reliable vehicle available for work and provide proof of insurance. Must have a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license, safe driving record, and be approved by Exceed's insurance carrier. Must be willing to work flexible hours to assist workers with a disability in integrating into a new work environment.

Must be able to perform physical labor requiring continual and repetitive use of considerable motor skills to stand, move about in tight spaces, maintain balance, sit, reach, and continual and repetitive use of fine motor skills and manual dexterity. The Company Exceed Enterprises is a non-profit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for adults with disabilities. Established in 1968, Exceed currently serves hundreds of clients. The Vision We believe in possibilities.

We collaborate with our community partners to foster innovation and growth. We support individuals with diverse abilities, connecting them to fulfilling work and play in their communities. The Mission Supporting individuals with diverse abilities…their vision is our mission. Benefits: Employment Consultant Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Employment Consultant 8-hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Weekends as needed.

COVID-19 considerations: Vaccination or medical exemption is required. License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Shift availability : Employment Consultant Evening Shift (Required) Day Shift (Required) Work Location: On the road Exceed Enterprises is committed to cultivating a diverse workforce. We know candidates from marginalized communities are less likely to apply for jobs if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. If you feel you would be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply and share a bit about your own unique qualifications in your attached personal statement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, interaction, age, interactionual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. Employment Consultant Qualifications: Associate degree in special education, psychology, or related field or four years of experience in a vocationally oriented rehabilitation agency training adults with disabilities, particularly in vocational skills training. Travel is required from work site to work site, to/from Exceed, Vocational Rehabilitation, Department of Health Services, and other off-site locations.

Must have a reliable vehicle available for work and provide proof of insurance. Must have a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license, safe driving record, and be approved by Exceed's insurance carrier. Must be willing to work flexible hours to assist workers with a disability in integrating into a new work environment. Must be able to perform physical labor requiring continual and repetitive use of considerable motor skills to stand, move about in tight spaces, maintain balance, sit, reach, and continual and repetitive use of fine motor skills and manual dexterity.

The Company Exceed Enterprises is a non-profit organization that provides vocational and personal development services for adults with disabilities. Established in 1968, Exceed currently serves hundreds of clients. The Vision We believe in possibilities. We collaborate with our community partners to foster innovation and growth. We support individuals with diverse abilities, connecting them to fulfilling work and play in their communities. The Mission Supporting individuals with diverse abilities…their vision is our mission.

Benefits: Employment Consultant Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Employment Consultant 8-hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Weekends as needed. COVID-19 considerations: Vaccination or medical exemption is required. License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Shift availability : Employment Consultant Evening Shift (Required) Day Shift (Required) Work Location: On the road Exceed Enterprises is committed to cultivating a diverse workforce.

We know candidates from marginalized communities are less likely to apply for jobs if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. If you feel you would be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply and share a bit about your own unique qualifications in your attached personal statement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, interaction, age, interactionual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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