Designated Coordinator/Employment Specialist

Welcome to Blue Sky, Inc.! We provide care and support that helps affect the lives of individuals facing various challenges or disabilities. We are committed to providing meaningful change in the lives of both the youth and their families, following individualized program plans and procedures carried out by our incredible staff.

The Designated Coordinator:

• Provides supervision, support and evaluations of activities for individuals receiving services.
• Complies with Coordinated Service and Support Plans for individuals receiving services.
• Observes federal and state regulations and the organization’s policies and procedures to ensure the quality delivery of services to all individuals served.
• Maintains accurate documentation of program related delivery of services.
• Maintains professional and influential relationships with support team members and consultants; provides effective recommendations to resolve dissatisfaction with contracted services.
• Manages contracted health services as assigned for individuals served ensuring effective and timely delivery.
• Administers medical or health related services including proper documentation of all prescribed medication, treatments, diet and/ or exams.
• Other duties as outlined in the full job description.

The Employment Specialist will:

• Carry out person-centered services and support of both the Customized and Supported Employment Program.
• Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment that is consistent with their vocational goals.
• Engage adult participants of all ages and establish trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings with other workers without disabilities.
• Develop individual employment plans with the participants, case manager and other team members (i.e. VRS counselor).
• Complete all documentation required by employers, 245D, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Designated Coordinator.

Other duties as outlined in the position’s full job description

To come on board, we’d love for you to have the following:

• The Designated Coordinator and must minimally meet one of the following:
  • a baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older;
  • an associate degree in a field related to human services, and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older;
  • a diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; or
  • a minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services and disabilities; and
  • four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualifications identified in clauses (1) to (3).
• Ability to maintain good employee relations and morale.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and with a variety of levels of personal care needs without direct supervision.
• Ability to effectively use a computer and software, calculator, household appliances, smoke alarms, etc. with training.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to transport clients with disabilities within the community.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include split shifts.

We offer a competitive wage and a supportive work environment where you will be a valued team member. Apply today to join our team!

Blue Sky, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.