Didlake, Inc Norfolk, VA

Position Location: Norfolk, Virginia



This position is in the Supported Employment division of Didlake's Rehabilitation Services Department. The Employment Specialist III (ESIII) generates referrals from state Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors and local Community Services Board Case Managers situated throughout Virginia; develops job opportunities at commercial and governmental sites located across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. areas; and, provides "time limited" employment services for the purpose of securing stable employment for people with severe disabilities. Lead for Project Search.
•Conducts situational assessment, Job placement and training, and follow along support to individuals with severe disabilities. Conducts intake of applicants. This position may on occasion write Individualized Service Plans (ISP) in accordance with Didlake policies and procedures and tracks individual progress.
•Provides travel training and appropriate assistance to maximize the safety and mobility of all consumers. Conducts job orientation on-site at commercial or government work sites.
•Provides rehabilitation counseling to supported employees. Provides crisis intervention. Implements the use of assistive technologies and identifies environmental modifications needed.
•Develops and implements strategies for training, instruction, and supervision of consumer. Collect, writes, and maintains data and appropriate documentation in accordance with CARF accreditation standards, rules and regulations promulgated by the Department of Rehabilitative Services (DARS), the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services (BHDS), Didlake Policies and Procedures, and Statements of Work.

Develops and maintains a network of resources in the "Vocational Rehabilitation" community. Identifies job opportunities with potential employers in commercial and governmental industries (Job Development). Arranges meetings with hiring authorities of businesses to promote job prospects.

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Desired Skills and Experience


BA/BS degree in a related field and two (2) years of direct care experience; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of paid direct service to people with disabilities. Ability to obtain and maintain Job Coach Certification required within six (6) months of hire. QMRP designation required.



Didlake is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status.

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