Employment Specialist / Job Coach

Competitive Integrated Employment

Denver metro area - Full-Time 

Do you believe employment can enhance the lives of the Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled (I/DD) community?

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Our Employment Specialists champion employment as an important part of the lives of our members in services by partnering with employers, families, consumers and the community

 The Employment Specialist position is a full-time role, scheduled for 36–40 hours per week. Flexibility is essential, as work shifts will vary based on departmental needs. The schedule will include some evening and weekend hours.

What You’ll Do

Employment Specialists, or job coaches, play an important role within our organization by providing support to individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment; assisting them to secure and maintain employment. You will work closely with members in services, employers and community organizations to ensure successful job placement, job development and job retention.

You will support those with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) in achieving their career goals by providing coaching, training, and mentoring for those seeking paid, integrated employment in the community.

Some of your key responsibilities will be to: 

• Encourage individuals’ self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision-making while providing job support and following Service Plans and Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) authorizations
• Teach and support employees with their new and ongoing work responsibilities through on-site instruction and coaching and create and follow fading plans for onsite support (A fading plan is a plan implemented from day one for how the Employment Specialist will back away from direct supports)
• Strongly engage in job development tasks for the member in services by working with and assessing the member’s skills, interests, and any barriers to employment and creating a specific job development plan based on the member’s skills, interests, and goals
• Comply with PPCH policies and the rules and regulations of State and Federal oversight agencies and maintain knowledge and understanding of those agencies’ policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Promptly communicate and report all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies and/or significant incidents to the appropriate agencies, teams, or individuals
• Attend meeting and staffings as needed or requested and assist with other vocational employment needs and communications

and so much more…

What You’ll Need

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required – Bachelors degree is preferred
• To successfully complete the provided PPCH required training 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite or similar software is required
• Experience working with people with intellectual or development disabilities (I/DD) is preferred
• Customer service and sales experience is preferred
• Experience working with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is preferred
• Experience working in the Colorado Intellectual and Development Disabilities System is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is used
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work and adhere to your schedule independently with little or no direct supervision, holding yourself accountable to deadlines
• Ability to learn and support others in using assistive technology, such as programs or applications providing help with communications, etc
• Ability to constructively receive and provide feedback
• Ability and willingness to complete required training and learn and follow PPCH operations and systems
• A valid driver’s license and ability to meet PPCH’s driving requirements

Important - Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is frequently performed in community and business settings and sometimes performed at PPCH offices and uses typical office equipment such as a computer, tablet and phone
• Occasional lifting and carrying of approximately 15 pounds is necessary
• Driving throughout the Denver Metro area is required on a regular basis
• Driving, walking, and standing for extended periods of time is necessary

You’ll Get…

Hourly Hiring Range: $20.00 - $22.00+ 

Benefits for Full-time Employees 

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance available
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Six paid holidays and 3 floating holidays 
• 401k with matching contributions when eligible
• Company-paid comprehensive training
• and more… 

The above information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of this job.

Who We Are

The PPCH mission is to build an inclusive and supportive community for the people we serve.

Founded in 1995, Parker Personal Care Homes (PPCH) has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Colorado Front Range for 30 years. 

As an organization that takes pride in the community we’ve created, we are determined to remain true to our core values of: 

Community - Innovative Thinking - Individualized Approach – Family - Acceptance and Equality – Compassion - Personal Growth 

Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction, and personal growth - all while providing excellent services to our customers. Learn more about PPCH at:   www.parkerpch.com 

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must complete your profile and apply to this position through our career site at:  www.parkerpch.com/careers so that you’re entered into our ADP system.    

Parker Personal Care Homes, Inc. (PPCH) is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusivity, and wage equity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide a space where everyone feels welcome, regardless of where they’re from or how they got here. Our commitment to equity is woven into the very fabric of our organization. We treat every individual with respect, dignity, and kindness. We strive to honor the gifts and talents of everyone in our community, and to create a culture of belonging.

PPCH uses E-Verify.