IPS Employment Coordinator - Eau Claire/Chippewa County

<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>

Eau Claire, 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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Full-Time

$36,000 - $45,000 based on experience

Overview: <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Option to get paid before payday</li> <li>Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company</li> <li>Employee discount - Verizon and Dell&nbsp;</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&nbsp;</li> <li>Casual dress (no uniforms), fun work atmosphere</li> <li>And more</li> </ul> <p><br />Salary Range: $<span class="modified">36,000 - $45,000&nbsp;</span>based on experience, and bonus potential up to $650/month&nbsp;</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Work primarily with persons with <span class="modified">mental health and/or substance use issu</span>es.</li> <li>Conduct career profiles to gather information related to previous employment, individual skills, abilities, interests, and limitations.</li> <li>Communicate with community employers to learn about and develop employment opportunities.</li> <li>Analyze potential employment openings and match them with the best, qualified individuals.</li> <li>Work cooperatively with various employment and behavioral health agencies, in a team environment, to plan employment outcomes.</li> <li>Complete daily and monthly documentation/reports in accordance with standards.</li> <li>Ensure all communication is delivered with quality and continuity of individual employment plans.</li> <li>Assist individuals to complete applications, create resumes, develop interviewing skills, and perform other activities to obtain employment.</li> <li>Support and train the individuals to successfully fulfill/maintain their community-based employment, as independently as possible.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree may be re<span class="modified">qui</span>red.</li> <li>Ability to build effective/professional relationships.</li> <li>Highly developed oral/written communication.</li> <li>Acceptable Background Character Verification.</li> <li>Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.</li> <li>Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Word.</li> </ul>