Job Developer

A four-year college degree or equivalent plus two years of related experience working with persons with disabilities in an employment setting.
Ability to relate in a positive, constructive manner with clients, Hope staff, community and business members.
Ability to work effectively within the business, social, political, a community environment in which clients are seeking jobs.
Ability and experience in sales and marketing techniques, including cold calling, rapport building, networking, doing sales presentations, responding to concerns, negotiating contracts, closing sales and following up.
Ability to communicate professionally in both written and oral forms; ability to observe, evaluate, document and communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently, including managing time, prioritizing, scheduling activities, completing assignments and following up.
Knowledge of the operation of a habilitation or business organization and its relationships with various agencies, institutions, and segments of the community.
General knowledge of current fair employment and safety and regulations.
Knowledge of trends in community integration and supported employment.

Procure agreements and develop group and individual employment opportunities for clients.
Assist with placement process and negotiate contracts and or wage/benefits in concert with and on behalf of consumers and based on consumer choice.
Participate in agency planning (marketing). Prepare monthly reports which detail placements for past month and goals for upcoming month.
Conducts sales and marketing activities to obtain ongoing client jobs and/or contracts for integrated community placements.
Responsible for maintaining a professional relationship with employers, families, consumers and funders. Represents Hope in the community, including presenting to local service organizations.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and staff. Provide and/or monitor necessary consultations and liaison support to employers.
Reviews client assessments for job match including client adaptive behaviors, parent/care provider concerns, transportation possibilities, the client’s work interest and other relevant factors.
Maintains all required case records and paperwork, assures compliance with agency safety and quality standards. Coordinate service provision with grant funders and their guidelines.
Interface with other Hope service centers to assure appropriate follow-up and support service to all consumers.
Performs other duties as assigned to ensure efficiency of program.

No preferred qualifications provided.