Employment Consultant (King County)

Job DetailsJob Location: King County - Bellevue, WA 98007Education Level: High School or equivalentSalary Range: $26.21 - $30.14 HourlyTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesSummary:

AtWork! is a nonprofit disability services provider empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Employment Services, Community Inclusion, and Transition Services. We believe in the transformative power of employment, and that people with disabilities belong in our communities and in our lives. Washington is an Employment First State, committed to delivering meaningful employment, fair wages, and career advancement opportunities for people with disabilities. AtWork! supports this mission by offering both paid employment and Community Inclusion services, ensuring that individuals can participate fully in their communities through tailored support that promotes both professional growth and social engagement.

We are seeking a full-time Employment Consultant to join our Disability Services team. Employment Consultants work directly with the people we serve and businesses in the community providing ongoing assessments. Working with a caseload of the people we serve, Employment Consultants evaluate the skills and talents of the person served, then develop and coordinate opportunities with businesses in the local community. Successful employment is when both the person served and the business’s needs match. Employment Consultants collaborate with a community network to train effective communication techniques, accommodations, and how to develop natural supports in the workplace.

Successful Employment Consultants are self-motivated and enjoy and ever-changing environment. They communicate with their teams and other community partners appropriately. They evaluate the needs of the people we serve through timely assessment, communication, and observation, and modify their plans through consideration of the person served response. Employment Consultants are also comfortable with diversity, are compassionate, and exceptional listeners. Their attention to detail, self-confidence, and a good sense of humor are critical to success.

Learn more about us at https://atworkwa.org/

You can also check out "A Day in the Life" to learn more about the role here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R3UDSy33Jg 

Summary of Essential Job Duties:

Develop and implement personalized career planning for persons served based on the individual’s skills, goals, and interests by conducting discovery and vocational assessments. This includes any Person Centered Plans as well as other support needs.
Maintain communication with the people we serve and their circle of support regarding all facets of service
Develop and maintain relationships with businesses and other organization in the community
Provide professional assistance to persons served through job identification and analysis, interviews, job preparation, and the new hire orientation process including any training
Provide professional assistance to persons served through supporting community engagement activities and volunteering opportunities
Market to employers, job develop, and obtain and maintain community-based employment for the people we serve with minimum wage compensation or greater
Facilitate job starts and provide training and consultations to employers and co-workers to enable them to become a natural support to the person served
Identify opportunities for career growth with the employer and the person served. Facilitate further training or coaching to assist both parties.
Job coach persons served by using task design, trainings, and support strategies
Troubleshoot problems that arise at community job sites and help employer and person served to maintain a positive working relationship
Document daily reports, billable time, and case notes detailing services, progress, incidents, goals, etc.
Maintain person served confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulations
Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings
Carry out additional responsibilities as identified and assigned by your manager and/or the Director of Mission Services

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

High level of professionalism in appearance, actions, and words (Required)
Effective oral and written communication skills (Required)
Proficiency with general basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) (Required)
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality (Required)
Reliable attendance (Required)
One (1) year experience working with people with disabilities (Preferred)

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Valid Washington State Driver License
Ability to pass a five (5) year Driving Record Check in alignment with AtWork!’s policies
Proof of valid auto insurance
Reliable vehicle to travel throughout King County
Ability to pass a DSHS Background Check in alignment with AtWork!’s policies

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to hear instructions and give oral directions
Lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 pounds
Walking for up to three (3) hours at a time; standing for up to four (4) hours at a time
Sitting for up to eight (8) hours at a time
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel between office and community locations daily

Benefits Offered:

AtWork! is dedicated to offering a comprehensive benefit package to meet the evolving needs of our employees. For a more in dept look at our benefits, please visit our Career page at https://atworkwa.org/careers/ 

Medical, with company paid options and dependent care options
Dental, with company paid options and dependent care options
Vision, with company paid options and dependent care options
FSA and HSA options
Free life insurance and travel insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching
19 days of Paid Time Off, accrued in your first year
6 days of Extended Sick Leave, accrued each year
11 paid holidays annually

Additional Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement
Cell phone stipend and device reimbursement
A paid Personal Day after your first year
Company paid trainings and certifications to grow in our field including the CESP certification and Right Response training
Company paid CRP, Bloodborne Pathogens, and First Aid certification
Travel opportunities after your first year

AtWork! is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Individuals are recruited, employed, promoted, and transferred in all jobs without discrimination in regard to age, color, race, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, veterans status, or any other protected characteristic by federal, state, or local law.

If you need any assistance or an accommodation in completing the application form or at any time during the selection process, contact the Human Resources Department at 425-274-4000.