Vocational Services Program Aide

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.* Peckham Inc. - Vocational Services Program Aide POSITION SUMMARY The Vocational Services Program Aide position provides vocational support for all team members and Human Services staff that support Business Services line of business .

Pr imary responsibilities will be scanning documents, assisting team members in training, following up on team member goals, providing triage support, implementing behavioral techniques , monitoring, and documenting client progress, providing daily feedback and case notes for team members, collaborating with team members/V ocational Services Specialists / supervisors, assessing for accommodations, and providing first line support. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: + Monitor client progress by speaking with team member , V ocational Services Specialists , and supervisors+ Provide intensive one-on-one job training assistance to clients to help them learn new jobs and enhance their skills on existing jobs+ Communicate effectively with V ocational Services Specialists , supervisors, trainers, and other stakeholders+ Provide direct feedback and training to team members regarding work readiness, work beh aviors, and work skills+ Assist with crisis intervention with team members+ Assist team members with CIP goal completion and Action Plans after progressive discipline+ Scanning Phoenix documents and completing file reviews+ Completing employment verifications for team member requests+ Assisting team members with background evaluation/investigation support OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:+ Provide intensive one-on-one job training assistance to team members to help them learn new jobs and enhance their skills on existing jobs+ Write case no tes regarding team member's progress+ Maintain a positive relationship with all work-related professionals ( V ocational Services Specialists , supervisors, referral sources, and operations management )+ Obtain baseline information regarding work speeds, behaviors, and physical abilities/tolerances+ Ass ist with new hire orientation+ Provide training support for new hires and existing team members+ Occasionally monitor vacant caseload in V ocational Services Specialists absence+ Maintain safe and clean work environment+ Promote Peckham's vision values and services to all customers and stakeholders+ Assist in maintaining organizational wide quality standards+ Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS+ High School diploma+ 1-2 years of work experience in Human Services+ This position requires passing and maintaining security background checks .+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel and Outlook .+ Proficiency in, or ability to learn, SharePoint software . PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS+ Experience with Workday , Microsoft Teams, or other electronic file systems+ Degree or education in vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, or a related field+ Behavior Management Training, Therapeutic Physical Intervention Training, and First Aid/CPR training preferred.+ Certified Employment Support Professional, Mental Health First Aid certifications preferred, or able to obtain upon employment+ Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms+ Experience in mentoring, coaching, and giving feedback+ Ability to manage time effectively+ Ability to solve problems and work successfully on a team PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please: + Click HERE (https://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory) and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you + Click HERE (https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/american-job-centers.aspx) and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you + Email us at careers@peckham.org + Call us at (517) 316-4000 + Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm) Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Business Line:Human ServicesLocation:Grand Rapids, MIWorker Sub-Type:Staff MemberClick here to return to the main search page (https://peckham.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/staff\_external\_career\_site) ABOUT PECKHAMPeckham is a national award-winning social enterprise, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment.

We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming. Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning.

Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness. Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements.MISSIONPeckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency.

We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence.VISIONTo prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions. Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

EEO is Law (https://dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) Peckham participates in the E-Verify program. For more information please click follow this link (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify\_Participation\_Poster\_ES.pdf) ​For information on Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER), follow this link (https://www.justice.gov/crt/case-document/file/1133936/download) Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. [1] Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For more information on the equal employment obligations of Federal contractors, visit the U.S.

Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. Visit www.peckham.org to learn more.