Supported Employment Specialist

MISSION:

The mission of BAC is to provide persons with disabilities, innovative services and opportunities to achieve personal success.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Supported Employment Specialist assists individuals with disabilities, including those receiving Medicaid Waiver services and other authorized funding sources, in obtaining and maintaining competitive integrated employment aligned with their interests, strengths, abilities, and long-term goals.

This position provides person-centered support in community and workplace settings while ensuring compliance with Medicaid Waiver and Qlarant requirements, agency standards, and applicable regulations.

EXAMPLES OF

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions below is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this job. Other duties may be assigned based on business need.

* Assist individuals in identifying career interests, vocational strengths, employment goals, and potential barriers to success.

* Provide job development and placement support, including employer outreach, community engagement, job search assistance, application completion, resume development, interview preparation, onboarding, and related employment activities.

* Provide individualized job coaching, on-site training, and follow-along support to help individuals learn, maintain, and succeed in competitive integrated employment.

* Monitor employment progress through regular contact with participants, employers, and job sites; promote independence and the development of natural workplace supports.

* Provide transportation for participants as authorized and appropriate, including transport from employment or community-based service locations, while following agency safety, vehicle, and participant supervision requirements.

* Deliver services in accordance with each individuals support plan, employment goals, authorized service hours, and person-centered needs.

* Support informed choice, self-advocacy, and skill development related to communication, workplace behavior, time management, problem solving, and employment success.

* Maintain respectful and professional relationships with participants, families, employers, funding partners, and community stakeholders.

* Complete accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, employment plans, billing reports, participant records, and other required documentation.

* Ensure compliance with Medicaid Waiver requirements, Qlarant expectations, agency policies, HIPAA standards, and applicable state regulations.

* Maintain productivity standards and participate in required training, audits, and quality assurance activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must meet one of the following combinations of education and qualifying direct experience to include documented work with individuals with developmental disabilities:

* Bachelors degree with a major in education, rehabilitative science, business, or a related field; or

* Associates degree, or two years of college and two years of qualifying direct experience; or

* One year of college and three years of qualifying direct experience; or

* High school diploma or GED and four years of qualifying direct professional experience.

Additional Requirements:

* Must satisfy Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Level 2 background screening requirements.

* Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record and must meet and maintain Vocational Rehabilitations insurance requirements for transporting individuals.

* Must have first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certifications within the first 90 days of employment. Needs to satisfy eight hours of continuing competency units (CCUs) annually as specified by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). May be required to have or obtain additional formal industry certification(s) based on area of assignment.

* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* Knowledge of social work principles, community resources, social service programs, and HIPAA requirements

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and applicable department- or organization-specific software

* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide services in community-based settings

* Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion

* Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures

* Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing

* Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality

TRAVEL:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of the area and overnight travel may be expected.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE):

Must be authorized to access and…