Employment Support Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Job & Career Planning- Plan with all team members to determine career interests, specific job preferences (hours, location, etc.), skills and abilities to develop an individualized job development plan. Perform specific job analysis, task analysis, and job matching activities for new positions. Coordinate job placement, job coach activities, travel training (if available) accommodations, and necessary job supports for consumers. Develop job-training plan with consumers and appropriate support personnel as guided by the IPE. Write individualized program plans, monitor progress and report results. Interpret results of individualized program plans and progress toward program objectives to team members, managers and other staff as appropriate. Plan for improvements. Work with assigned employees to promote successful employment and retention through regular contact with assigned employees and manager.
  
• Job Readiness- Provides retention supports to both Project SEARCH affiliated employee and department staff in order to successfully maintain current employment. Creates accommodations when needed to enhance performance and ensure work quality. Plans and executes weekly Job Club activities with project SEARCH affiliated employees addressing areas such as but not limited to job retention strategies, social development, grooming, and all areas related to CARES standards and hospital policies. Provides and/or plans for training in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, budgeting, interviewing, self-advocacy as they relate to successful employment.
  
• Collaboration- Partners with participating departments to ensure compliance for Project SEARCH affiliated employees for mandated ongoing education and other hospital programs, i.e. flu shots, benefits selection, etc. Partner with Project SEARCH Human Resource liaison to facilitate career exploration and advancement opportunities.
  
• External Communication & Reporting- Responsible for documentation and reporting to external agencies for funding and compliance. Develop linkages among other agencies to assure effective transition from school to work or from current placement to successful Project SEARCH competitive employment. Work with consumers, employers, families, agency personnel, and other appropriate parties to problem solve issues related to employment.
  
• Leadership- Knowledgeable of current best practices in the field of supported employment.
  

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
  

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
  
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
  
• Competitive retirement plans
  
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
  
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
  
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
  
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
  
• Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
  

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Burnet Campus

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Rotating (United States of America)

Department
Disabilities Services

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Salary Range
$59,446.40 - $75,982.40

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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