Public Health Project Specialist II Job at University of Rochester (Rochester)

Job Description

The Strong Children’s Developmental Disability (SCDD) Public Health Project Specialist II is responsible for supporting employment programs and services. The role will oversee program development, implementation, evaluation, dissemination, and track performance of SCDD’s employment programs and services and of University resources. The role will foster collaborative community partnerships with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), parents, guardians, school staff, and disability service provider agencies. The role is able to work independently and seek advice from the Director for Employment Programs about community partnerships and projects. The role will demonstrate ICARE* values in each of the major responsibilities.

Job Responsibility

Manage all aspects of SCDD’s employment programs and services for the University of Rochester University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)
Co-develop and implement content, including didactics, webinars, written information, manuals, etc.
Develop and implement an evaluation framework, including pre-and post-participation assessments, to determine program effectiveness
Prepare quality quarterly reports, including data collection of process measures
Manage marketing: Create and manage list serv, create and disseminate marketing and employment-related information
Support the Director of Employment Programs with NYS Statewide Project SEARCH coordination through technical assistance logistics, communication, scheduling, documentation, and dissemination of materials
Respond to interest of new sites from any potential partner
Assist Program Specialist with partner identification for new sites
Work with Project SEARCH Program Specialist and Business Director to begin licensing process
Work with Business Manager and Program Specialist to ensure licensing agreement and Database Information Form is complete
Develop and provide trainings on employment initiatives that promote Employment First and competitive integrated employment, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with IDD
Participate in cross-agency meetings, collaborative planning efforts and communicate routinely with all partners

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in an appropriate social or technical field required
2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Current knowledge of post-secondary transition, employment, customized employment, supported employment and employment first for individuals with IDD
Experience working with educational systems and state and not-for-profit service agencies desirable
Must have strong written communication skills
Computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated experience in managing timelines and program deliverables
Ability to work independently with excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
This position requires local and state-wide travel
Reliable/efficient transportation is required

Nice to have

A year or more of post baccalaureate academic or work in the field of disability
National Certificate in Employment or Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP)

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