The Milieu Center is a day program that serves adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health diagnosis. Our hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Vocational Specialist (VS)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in a Health and Human Services area.
Three years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Clean DMV record.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Director
DUTY STATEMENT:
The Vocational Specialist is responsible for the following functions:
Conduct assessments.
Establish programs and services based on the assessed needs of the clients.
Provide individual and group sessions that teach the clients how to interact appropriately within a work environment.
Locate volunteer opportunities for client participation.
Assist and supervise clients involved in a “paid” position within the center.
Teach basic vocational skills to assist with potential community job opportunities.
Establish rapport with local facilities/agencies/stores that could potentially offer vocational placement to clients.
Participate on the center multidisciplinary team.
Attend select client ISP meetings.
Assist client with ISP goals and objectives.
Complete all required documentation.
Implement behavioral plans.
Follow all safety procedures.
Attend required trainings/meetings.
Other tasks as needed.