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Job Description
Title: Employment Coordinator
Position Summary:
This staff person is reports to the Vocational Team Leader. The Employment Coordinator will be tasked with placing at-risk individuals with employment barriers into employment and following their progress for 90 days. The Employment Coordinator will assist their clients with resumes, cover letters, job applications, salary negotiation, and/or asking for reasonable accommodations, among other tasks. The Employment Coordinator may also assist with the creation of programming and step into the roles of job coaching or youth mentoring. Position may be part-time or full-time and is exempt from overtime.
Actual Job Responsibilities:
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Placing individuals into appropriate employment opportunities
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Providing professional guidance to at-risk individuals with employment barriers
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Observe and evaluate progress of individuals through documentation/reporting
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Advocate for at-risk individuals to receive accommodations as needed
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Conducting meetings with local businesses to fill their hiring needs and the client’s employment needs
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Assisting with the creation of programs
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Maintain effective communication between worksites and MAP staff
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Maintain positive community relationships on behalf of MAP
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
A degree in the human services field is preferred; however, experience or active pursuit of a degree may be considered in lieu of a degree. Previous work with persons with a disability is a plus. Experience with multiple industries is a plus. Having strong verbal and written communication skills is a must. Individuals with creativity and the ability to think outside-of-the-box are highly considered. Must include a cover letter to be considered for the position.
Salary:$13/hr - Negotiable
Michigan Ability Partners is an equal opportunity employer
To apply: send resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in and qualifications for the position to rwilson@mapagency.org.