Disability Program Navigator

Company: Larimer County
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

Salary





$22.23 - $24.45 Hourly





Location





FC 200 W Oak, CO







Job Type


Limited Term




Department


Economic and Workforce Development







Job Number


202200623









Overview
We have extended the closing date for this position to 11/22/22. If you have already submitted an application, there is no need to reapply.
Are you passionate about supporting jobseekers with disabilities? Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development (LCEWD), in partnership with Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), is looking for a Disability Program Navigator (DPN) to join our team!

Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development carefully recruits staff to build on our existing culture of collaboration, respect, inclusiveness, and innovation. We are a department passionate about serving people, businesses, and our community. We believe in having purpose and balance in life and support employee flexibility.

We value the journey and recognizes skills can be demonstrated through a variety of professional and personal experiences. We value all types of diversity including race, family status, educational background, ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender expression, and age.

To be considered for this role, your application submission must include a cover letter and resume.


Responsibilities
Specifically, this position:

• Cultivates connections to programs, services, businesses/employers, and other resources within the region to ensure the obtainment of successful employment goals.
• Acts as the primary connection between Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and LCEWD services.
• Will develop a strong working relationship with DVR in order to provide a seamless transition for the LCEWD customer.
• Provides access to disability related training, conducts community mapping of disability services, and provides assistance with referrals to internal and external partners.
• Uses job coaching provisions as it pertains to work history, education and interest, as well as job search navigation and counseling on labor market information.
• Develops relationships and collaborates on an ongoing basis with employers and employer organizations to promote the hiring of people with disabilities and to facilitate their job placement.
• Develops relationships with community organizations that support persons with disabilities and informs partners and LCEWD/DVR staff of these opportunities.
• Participates on the LCEWD Accessibility Review Team and provide recommendations to ensure services, programs and equipment are accessible to people with disabilities.To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.org/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Employment_Specialist.
  
  We are looking for a candidate that will:
  • Have experience working with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
  • Have a passion for supporting individuals with disabilities as they identify their skills, proficiencies, and aspirations.
  • Attend community-based appointments or events.
  • Accurately complete reporting in various programs including Connecting Colorado.
  • Ensure confidentiality of all program files and records, maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and county regulations, guidance, policies, and procedures.
  • Establish, maintain, and foster positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Operate a computer and Google Suite/Microsoft Office Applications, with an ability to become familiar with emerging programs and software.
  • Effectively present information to individuals and groups.
  • Be bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish proficiently (preferred).
  • Acquire knowledge and develop subject matter expertise in the field of disability services.
    
    Qualifications
    All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
    
    • Two (2) years of experience in a related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities is required.
    • High School Diploma or GED, required.
      Benefits
      For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.
      
      Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:
      • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
      • Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
      • Short and Long Term Disability
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
      • Accident Insurance
      • Critical Illness Insurance
      • Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
      • 457(b) Deferred Compensation
      • Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidaysTo view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.
        
        
        Supplemental Information
        The typical schedule for this position is 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday.
        
        An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
        
        All application components, including a completed Larimer County Employment Application, Resume, and Cover Letter must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
        
        Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
        
        
        

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