Program Developer- Services

Description

For over 60 years, Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most vibrant, independent lives. From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services—including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services—are designed to uplift every individual’s unique strengths and dreams.

We believe in the power of people—of every background, identity, and ability—to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work.

If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

Abilities First is seeking a full time Program Developer. The Program Developer’s primary function is to facilitate the transition for adults to competitive employment with the goal being community based, paid employment. Additionally, to obtain and or create qualitative, community-based employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and maintain employer relationships for future placement possibilities. This will be achieved through establishing a network of relationships with the local business community and related agencies.

• Perform Assessments and Intake for individuals entering the OPWDD Discovery First/ETP program.
• Complete all tasks related to Discovery First Program including:
  Assessments, Interviews with Circle of Support, Observations, File Reviews
• Ensure all relevant documentation including:
  Timesheets, Discovery Reports, Therap documentation and all other necessary correspondence/documentation are completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate with the OPWDD Discovery First/ETP supervisor and attend quarterly meetings.
• Develop a positive community-based employer network.
• Ensure a continuous relationship is maintained with employers who have hired individuals through Integrated Employment Services including those who may not have anyone currently employed but remain a viable option for future placements.
• Provide ongoing communication with SEMP Management team to ensure a smooth transition of individuals to SEMP Extended Services at the appropriate time.
• Collaborate with Transition Coordinator and School to Work staff to ensure a smooth transition from students already enrolled in the ETP program.
• Ensure participant satisfaction by working cooperatively with appropriate department supervisor and coaching staff.
• Be prepared to completely and accurately communicate to all necessary parties an individual's needs for support.

• All employment outcomes must meet the definition of competitive, integrated employment as described in ACCES-VR policy.
• Review referral material and set up intake appointments.
• Initiate relationship with assigned program candidates within one week of being assigned the referral.
• Contact appropriate ACCES-VR Counselor to discuss cases within one day of being assigned them.
• All employment outcomes must meet the definition of competitive, integrated employment as described in ACCES-VR policy
• Attend all relevant meetings that may aid in gaining further insight into an individual that will lead to a qualitative outcome for that person.
• Request additional information and follow up ensuring needed information is complete for referral.
• Interview…