VOCATIONAL SERVICES ASSISTANT

Vocational Services Assistant
(Job Number 3809364)

Employer:

ORC INDUSTRIES, INC.
2700 COMMERCE STREET
LA CROSSE, WI 54603
www.orcind.com
 
Work Site:

La Crosse County
2700 Commerce Street
LA CROSSE, WI 54603
On Bus Route?

 

Yes
Route #8 Bus
Pay:

$18.00 Per Hour to $21.00 Per Hour
Eligible for annual bonus and increase based on profitability of the organization.
Duration/Usual Hours Per Week:

Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week
Shift/Work Days:

First Shift.
Monday-Friday.
Number of Openings:

1


Minimum Requirements of Employer:
Education:

Vocational/Technical Degree Required
Desired a 4-year college degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Services or Social Services
Professional Licenses / Certifications:

No Licenses or Certifications Requested
Vehicle:

No Vehicle Requested
Drivers License:
     Type:

Class D - Regular (Auto, Light Truck, Moped) Desired
     Endorsements:

P - Passenger Vehicle Required
Age:

 

 

18 or older Desired
Experience / Qualifications:

Associate degree in Human Services or major course work in Human Services or related field is desirable; employment experience in a setting working with persons with significant disabilities may be substituted for all or part of the education requirement; knowledge of the limitations imposed by various disabilities, assessment and training techniques. Must utilize community services and promote vocational rehabilitation programs; ability to use a computer (including database, Word, and Excel. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
 
Background check required. Notice for Job Seekers

Duties and Responsibilities of the Job:
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs varied vocational paraprofessional duties such as training, accommodating disability, assessing, developing and presenting pre-vocational programs, and documenting progress. Assists Vocational Services Director in communication with internal staff and outside entities regarding needs and progress of employees with disabilities. Assists with production, material handling, and quality control in the Light Assembly and other departments, including Arcadia and off-site work enclaves. Compiles information needed for documents such as ISPs, DHS Reports, and IEEs. Writes case notes to document progress and problems of pre-vocational employees. Responsible for personal cares such as eating, toileting, and transportation. Assists with pre-vocational and AbilityOne file management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Ongoing supervision of workers assigned to pre-vocational programs;
2. Training, documentation, and ongoing assessment of pre-vocational employees;
3. Shares information on a need-to-know basis with production staff to facilitate success of pre-vocational employees assigned to any department;
4. Assists employees with disabilities with accessing their mode of transportation;
5. Assures that pre-vocational employees receive the degree of assistance needed with personal cares while helping them increase independence in these areas;
6. Under the direction of the Vocational Services Director, interfaces with parents, guardians, and residential staff to transmit and receive information pertinent to coordination of services;
7. Serves as substitute/fill-in job coach at community enclave sites, ORC-Arcadia, and Light Assembly Department
8. Exercises judgment/discretion on a normal and recurring basis in the day-to-day performance of duties; maintains integrity, confidentiality of data and client/employee confidentiality requirements;
9. Creates and presents pre-vocational classroom programs for use in low-work situations or as required by the employees' service program;
10. Safely transports and assures safety for community activities as directed by the Vocational Services Director
11. Must be able to adhere and follow all safety procedures and use appropriate PPE as required;
12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
 

Benefits:
Insurance: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance
Leave and Holidays: Vacation
Retirement & Financial: 401K Plan
Education and Training: Paid Training, Tuition Reimbursement
Miscellaneous Benefits: On-Site Cafeteria
Other Benefits: ORC fund benefits: ex. eye glasses, tennis shoes, dental care, etc.


Company Profile:
ORC Industries is a private, not-for-profit company that has a 50 year history of "thinking big." Over 200 people are now employed in our five plants; four in Wisconsin and one in Texas. The corporate commitment is to give employment opportunities to persons with disabilities and to provide quality products, delivered on time, at competitive prices.


How To Apply:
Apply In Person 2700 Commerce Street
La Crosse, WI. 54603
 
Mail a Résumé 2700 Commerce Street
La Crosse, WI. 54603
 
E-Mail a Résumé To apply for this job, send your resume or Job Center of Wisconsin Resume to yvang@orcind.com

If you don't have a resume, you can register and create one at Job Center of Wisconsin.
 
Apply Online www.orcind.com
 

Qualified females, members of ethnic and racial minority groups, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.