Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Elkhart, IN
Category: Employment Services
Wage: Annual Salary: $35,600
Sign-On Bonus: n/a

Description:

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Join Benchmark as an Employment Consultant to help develop and implement individualized plans to assist people with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment positions in the community.

Must be able to travel to Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties.

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Referral pay
• Advancement opportunities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine necessary information regarding referred individuals for employment services to develop a strategy to implement the goal of community-based employment through in person and remote communication
• Build relationships, research and retain information related to what businesses in the community need related to hiring and maintaining employees
• Match employer expectations and needs to the abilities and strengths of underemployed or unemployed individuals with disabilities.
• Assist client in interview preparation and transportation.
• Communicate and meet with referring entities in regard to planning, client evaluation, and job placement efforts
• Supervise job coaches as they assist with client-specific job shadowing, assessments, job development and/or training
• Attendance for work per requirements of program, Benchmark, and client specific needs.
• Must maintain good attendance throughout employment
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Recruit, mentor, train, and review staff such as new Employment Consultants and job coaches.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years experience in business world in management or supervisory role.
• College degree and/or some experience preferred with people with disabilities preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Contact Information
Apply online at Benchmarkhs.com/Careers and select Indiana | Call or Text Lindsey: 314-412-5828

EEO and Affirmative Action Employer, Veterans, Women and Individuals with Disabilities encouraged to apply