Manager, Development

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State Operations & Programs Full-time Full-Time Clerical Miami, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $49,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Manager, Job Development (MJD)
Department: State Operations and Programs
Reports to
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Program Supervisor, Jobs
Salary Range:$49,000 - $55,000
# of direct reports: N/A

Position Overview:

The MJD’s primary responsibility is to identify and develop competitive, inclusive jobs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The MJD builds and maintains relationships with job participants to identify and align job opportunities that match their skills, experience, and location preferences. The MJD works closely with businesses to identify employment opportunities, train staff on workplace inclusion and generate awareness of Best Buddies’ mission.

Once a potential match is identified, the MJD focuses on aligning job seekers with compatible employers supporting the application process, interviewing, onboarding and training until it is appropriate to transition follow-along coaching responsibilities to an Employment Consultant.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years ' experience, preferably a minimum of 1 year of job coaching, counseling, teaching; or other related experience working with persons with disabilities.
• Prior experience as an Employment Consultant with a proven record of job placement, retention, employer communications and relationships highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt, build, and manage multiple relationships effectively, guiding individuals toward success and achieving results.
• Demonstrated presentation, facilitation, project, and time management skills with excellent written communication, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Ability to engage comfortably with individuals with IDD, addressing sensitive topics with empathy and professionalism.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the local area and use a personal cell phone for work-related communication.
• Fundraising events are a core part of the organization’s success and require full staff participation and therefore, occasional weekend work may be necessary to support events and other initiatives throughout the year.
• Access to an automobile with applicable insurance or reliable transportation
• Employment is contingent on state accreditation and the ability to obtain and maintain federal suitability clearance for the Ticket to Work Program.

• Manage a caseload of both employed participants and job seekers providing job development support (resumes, interviews, applications, and skills assessments) while ensuring all services, documentation, and communications are accurately recorded in the SET-Works database.
• Oversee intake process for new participants including screening referrals, conducting vocational assessments, and professional references.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) counselors, advocates, and employers.
• Meet quota for number and retention of job placements
• Proactively engage local employers through cold calling, meetings, networking events, and presentations to promote the Best Buddies Jobs program.
• Manage existing employer relationships and follow through on established leads
• Assess employer’s needs through Job Analysis to identify positions that are valuable to their enterprise and in alignment with participant's skills, goals, and support needs; this could include…