EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST (Job Coach)- Wausau

<strong>We&rsquo;re looking for passionate and talented people for all of our positions. There are many opportunities available with Aurora for people who&nbsp;are looking to make a difference in the life of a person with a disability.</strong>

Schofield, WI

Aurora Community Services

<strong>We are a passionate and diverse human service agency committed to helping individuals live fuller, richer lives while helping businesses to thrive and flourish. Discover more about our creative and cutting-edge solutions for you, your family, or your organization.</strong><br /><br /><strong>​It is our mission is to support people in creating their "New Beginning."</strong><br /><br /><strong>Aurora Community Services was &ldquo;born&rdquo; on April 18, 1986, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. On this day, Dave Barnard and Jim Neuman - the two founders of Aurora Community Services - stood in the rain at an auction, waiting to bid on two beds for the new residential home they were opening in the community.</strong> https://www.auroraservices.com/home

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Part-Time

$16 USD per hour

Overview: If you are passionate and committed to helping individuals live fuller, happier, and more satisfying lives, then Aurora Community Services has a rewarding career opportunity for you!<br /><br /> For over 35 years, Aurora has been a leader in providing customized services that support individuals with disabilities, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries in residential settings. We value employees that are passionate about making people smile every day by empowering them to live as independently as possible.<br /><br /> The services we provide require a dedicated staff that is committed to utilizing behavioral support programs, aiding with self care, or performing essential duties, while maintaining the consumer's dignity.<br /> <br /> Consumer Advocacy<br /> <ul> <li>Advocate for employment development to improve independence</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ensure that consumer&rsquo;s employment goal is clear, well defined, and achievable</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Act as a liaison between supervisor, consumer, and employer to appropriately communicate concerns and create successful employment outcomes</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Provide job-skill training/coaching to help consumers acquire and maintain independent employment</li> <li>Implement consumer&rsquo;s individual employment plan</li> <li>Help to develop application, resume, cover letter, and &nbsp;interview/job skills</li> <li>Monitor employment progress by completing assessment activities that determine skill level, and identify existing or new barriers</li> <li>Complete daily/monthly reports and documentation based on observations of work performance, goal progress, job coaching hours, and any additional supportive information</li> <li>Attend scheduled meetings/trainings and communicate professionally</li> <li>Protect consumer confidentiality</li> <li>Comply with all ARA and employment site safety standards</li> <li>Identify and report work hazards</li> <li>Other duties as assigned</li> </ul>
Requirements: Benefits May Include:<br /> <ul> <li>Option to get paid before payday</li> <li>Flexible scheduling around availability, and every other weekend off</li> <li>Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company</li> <li>Shift differential on weekends</li> <li>Employee discount - Verizon and Dell</li> <li>Health Insurance</li> <li>Life Insurance</li> <li>Dental Insurance</li> <li>Vacation/Personal Hours</li> <li>Employee Stock Ownership</li> <li>401-K</li> <li>Employee Achievement Program</li> <li>Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full Time Employees</li> <li>Casual dress (no uniforms), fun work atmosphere</li> <li>And more</li> </ul> <br /> If you are looking to make a difference, join the Aurora team! Aurora Community Services is proud to be an Employee Owned Company! An EOE/AA Employer<br />