Bios is looking for personable, energetic and dedicated Vocational Support Specialist to join our team.
As a member of our Vocational team you will work under the supervision of a Lead Job Coach, Vocational Program Manager, & Area Director. A Vocational Support Specialist is responsible for the onsite training of individuals, daily Data input, quality control, monthly documentation and oral communication on a weekly basis with the Vocational Program Manager and/or Area Director.
Has the responsibility of following BIOS Policy and Procedures;
- Providing onsite training to individuals as they are assigned by the Vocational Program Manager;
- Entering and Documenting Time and Progress on the job via Therap and Paycom daily;
- Maintaining good rapport with employers and providing quality control on a daily basis.
- Completes Data related to professionals and Quarterly reports;
- Communicating on a weekly basis with the Vocational Manager regarding programming issues;
- Provides coverage for co-workers as needed;
- Uses personal vehicle to transport supported people to and from work;
- Creates a safe, and gentle learning environment by using person-centered skills;
- Supporting people to develop relationships, create connections to increase opportunities;
- Facilitates all aspects of the job by creating task analysis that lines out step by step instruction;
- Responsible for up-dating person-centered descriptions and 1-page profiles as needed;
- Provides on-site hands-on training and support in a variety of settings to ensure retention of job duties;
- Maintaining current certification and maintaining the educational standards as directed by DHS/DDSD and the individual plan;
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds to provide services below
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills
- Must have valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
- Must have clear criminal history record
- Must be drug free
Skills Required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance
- Clear criminal history record
- Drug free (pass drug screening)
- Maintain current certification and educational standards as directed by DHS/DDSD
What We Do
Bios Companies, founded in 1990, is an employee-owned organization dedicated to enhancing lives by providing high-quality residential, vocational, and community services. They support individuals with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities through home healthcare and vocational programs. Additionally, they offer training and consulting services to care-based organizations, aiming to help people live fulfilling lives while fostering personal growth and community strength.
