Community Development Manager jobs in Missouri

Position Summary:
The Vocational Case Manager of Job Development works with area businesses and employers to seek out and cultivate employment opportunities for Community Living, Inc. participants. This position is responsible for recruiting participants and then evaluating and accessing the participant’s needs. This position would then recruit and market Community Living, Inc. participants to the local employers and community through adequate job matches for possible employment. Also ensures that all funding guidelines are maintained to ensure compliance.

Pay Rate: $21.27/Hr

FT 40Hrs. Mon-Fri Days (Evenings and Weekends as needed) Flexibility is a must.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Is responsible for collecting and compiling and organizing the participant’s individual record.
• Conducts the job search for participants.
• Conducts cold calls for participants.
• Meets weekly with the participants to assist them in their job search.
• Coordinates individual planning process.
• Contacts and builds relationships with local chambers of commerce.
• Maintains/schedules caseload to ensure maximum efficiency and the quality of service.
• Prepares participants for their job interviews.
• Coordinates the job with the Coaching and Assessment Vocational Case Managers, the business, and the participants.
• Completes clear and concise paperwork.
• Must make presentations to employers.
• Responsible for the overall marketing of Employment Services.
• Conducts all meetings with all involved team members.
• Must maintain and adhere to all CARF and funding guidelines.
• Completes and maintains all required trainings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Management/Supervisory Responsibilities:
• N/A

Qualifications:

Education, Experience, Skills:
• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in social service or a related field preferred.
• One year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Possess sound oral and written communication skills as well as decision-making skills.
• Possess good listening and comprehension skills along with strong leadership skills.
• Must be able to write and document in clear, concise professional manner.
• Must be proficient in the usage of on-line application systems to assist clients in their job search.
• Must be adept at balancing multiple caseloads.
• Demonstrate mastery of skills required for all programmatic aspects of ES.
• Possess the ability to use Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work as a team member.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
• Driver’s License
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
• Environment may vary from indoor to outdoor work as well as working in a wide temperature range. May have to operate light machinery such as floor buffers and pallet jacks.
• Physically assist participants as needed.
• Must adhere to the dress code of various employers.
• Moderate Work – Exerts up to 50lbs of force occasionally and 20lbs frequently. Standing, sitting, reaching, typing, and walking are common.
• Variable work schedule may occur based on the participant and employer’s needs. May include evenings, weekends, and split-shifts.

Prerequisites for Employment:
• Criminal Background Check
• Family Care Safety Registry Check
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check, Proof of Insurance

Community Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Community Living strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants with regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other legally protected status.