Job Purpose:  This position is responsible for the overall care and service delivery for individuals enrolled in IPS supported employment programming. This position promotes the value of a diversified workforce and makes known the untapped labor source to be found in the hiring of persons with disabilities. This position networks with local business and industry, creates partnerships, and presents qualified candidates from the IPS program to the appropriate employer match.

 Essential Job Functions:

Serves as the Employment Specialist and vocational expert on the IPS interdisciplinary team. Manages an intensive caseload of up to 20 individuals with mental health and AODA barriers. Leverages braided funding to provide wrap around supports for individuals participating in the program. Understands the requirements and technical specifications of each funder and the services that can be provided under each umbrella. (CCS and DVR) Effectively creates and manages employer relationships leading to the placement of individuals served within the IPS program.  Provides career assessment and exploration as well as job preparation and development services for individuals seeking community based, integrated employment. Accurately completes all required documentation in a timely manner to uphold the integrity of the client record. Documentation is “person centered” and comprehensive in nature meeting established documentation standards and funder contractual obligations.    Maintains necessary authorizations for service and assures that activity is being properly billed at the end of each month, to the appropriate funder. Interfaces with the employer, funder, client and support persons to provide information, elicit feedback and maintain consistent and accurate communication. Identifies and introduces assistive technology, work accommodations, compensatory strategies to behavioral contracts as indicated to improve client presentation and/or performance. A personal vehicle, a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and insurance in conformity with agency limits. Will collaborate and assist with all levels of personnel within the program to achieve common goals