Social Service /Employment and Community Consultant Job at Orion Industries

Orion Industries Mukilteo, WA 98275

Orion Industries offers services that strengthen our community so that every individual has an opportunity to access a career. We offer hope and create paths to employment through building esteem, mentoring, training, education, community services and successful businesses. Every day we know we are part of something important. Revealing the potential in every person, and uplifting people experiencing barriers to employment.

In this job, you will provide the necessary supports to individuals living with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to allow them full access to work and be part of their community.

As part of a small team, you will engage individuals, families, community, and employers to allow those we support to build relationships and/or obtain/retain employment.

Individual Employment Services includes supporting individuals to determine goals that are a good match, developing employment opportunities and support them once employed.

This will include engagement with the individual, family, guardian and employer You will have the opportunity to develop relationships with community employers with the goal of placing clients.

The goal of our Community Inclusion services are to guide and support individuals to build meaningful relationships in their community doing activities that interest them.

You will provide overall case management including development of annual plans / goals, and daily case notes regarding activities.

Key activities will be assessing skills / interests, developing goals and opportunities that match those interests, and supporting individuals to maintain jobs / community engagement.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to pass background check including the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) background through Background Check Central Unit (BCCU)
  • Must have valid driver's license and personally insured vehicle
  • Ability to pass Orion's driving abstract requirement to allow for transportation of clients
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Possess or acquire a first aid/CPR certification when course is offered by Orion
  • Adhere to Orion's cell phone reimbursement policy, which requires a smart phone
  • Experience / Education: Experience working with individuals with Intellectual/ Developmental Disabilities preferred but not required. Certification such as CESP or College Degree desired but experience in lieu of education accepted.
  • Outgoing and confident in approaching business on behalf of people with disabilities
  • Willing to maintain flexible work schedule
  • Knowledge of intellectual disabilities and their impact on functioning and employment preferred
  • Excellent customer service skills - ability to relate and communicate well with all stakeholders
  • Excellent ability to communicate in English - both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to analyze, coordinate and synthesize information and reach sound conclusions
  • Strong computer literacy - able to use Word, Excel, and the internet
  • Present a positive, professional image in demeanor and dress
  • Ability to apply positive support principles and strategies

ITAR – US Person Status:

Due to Orion Industries’ participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed, or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A “US Person” can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

EEO/DEI Statement:

Orion Industries commits to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We seek to represent the communities we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. We strive to include equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it.

Orion Industries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Mukilteo, WA 98275: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person




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