Employment Support Specialist
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Job Type Full-time Description Noble Values: People First - Equity - Community - Self-Determination - Diversity Noble Mission: To expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through individualized services NOBLE, INC. EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION Summary: The Employment Support Specialist integrates the personal growth of NEWS employees with Noble's services and the needs of business partners Supervisory Responsibilities: No FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Work from home eligible: No Duties/Responsibilities: • Provide oversight at multiple work sites across Indianapolis region • Serve as liaison for program to coordinate supported employment and Vocational Rehabilitation services • Develop and deliver work and life skills training based on individual needs, including retraining and support services as necessary • Assist with recruitment, placement, and training of NEWS programs at all sites • Conduct job development, analysis, and resource and compatibility assessments based on individuals' skills, abilities, needs, and goals • Lead or support person-centered planning meetings for assigned cases or upon request Stay informed about NEWS activities across all sites to support organizational flexibility • Coordinate with manager and team to facilitate coverage in the event of staff absence. • Support individuals in resolving service-related issues • Seek out and/or act on opportunities to engage in advocacy efforts that preserve the rights of persons served. • Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned Requirements

• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of different learning styles
• Passion for problem solving and designing solutions

Education and Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D
• One year of work experience with individuals with disabilities and/or practical experience in a human services field preferred
• Working knowledge of frameworks common to disability services practices, especially those most broadly subscribed to by Noble such as the LifeCourse Framework
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification and must stay current on all other training as defined by state, accreditation body or organization guidelines

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sustained activity including standing, walking and light lifting (2 - 20 lbs.)
• Must have ability to lift/move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. periodically

Salary Description $17-$19/hr