S12763P

Advancing Employment Program Coordinator

FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

8 am – 5 pm work schedule with occasional flexibility based on webinar schedule

Commensurate with Experience

10/21/2024

Yes

11/10/2024

Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional

Non-Exempt

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Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Previous role in employment services and support for people with disabilities preferred.

The Advancing Employment project has a critical need for a Program Coordinator. Advancing Employment is Georgia’s Technical Assistance Center for Best Practices in Employment Supports (www.advancingemployment.com). The project provides information and training on how people with disabilities can and do work.Two primary areas the Coordinator will interface: 1)the Community of Practice (CoP) and 2) ACRE approved in-depth trainings for providers with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) and the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. Primary duties include Reviewing on-line applications for CoP and ACRE training, overseeing the ACRE credential process and awarding certificates, assisting with applicant and member questions, setting up and hosting virtual trainings, etc.

• Demonstrated Excel skills
• Demonstrated skills hosting large groups on Zoom. Familiar with chat rooms, typical user issues, and other technical issues.
• Demonstrated Experience with online forums, preferably as an administrator
• Understanding of how Moodle and Relias platforms work
• Highly organized
• Above average communication skills and problem-solving

Work in normal office environment and be able to lift boxes weighing up to 5 pounds.

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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) and Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) providers can apply for 40-hour training sessions emphasizing Customized Employment and job development skills. Upon completion, participants will receive a nationally-recognized certificate for their work. This credential is recognized by the Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE).

• Review online applications submitted through the website. Carefully review for required elements and forward to Project Director.
• Set up weekly Zoom debriefs with trainees
• Send emails to the group with follow up information
• Problem-solving platform issues (Moodle and Relias)
• Update training excel files
• Assist with answering participant questions.
• Work with ACRE on training credentials

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Providers can also sign up to part of a Community of Practice (CoP). This is a learning and sharing space for providers, with the goal to improve employment services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Review applications submitted via the website. Verifying credentials.
• For approved applications, approve in the website portal.
• Organize, promote, and host webinars. Work with the Outreach Coordinator to post to the website.
• Check all materials are accessible. When necessary, assist with captioning of videos.
• Oversee online forum. Approve user posts. Encourage user activity.

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Other duties:

• Assist with the overall promotion and marketing of the Advancing Employment project and website; take notes at meetings and summarize key points for the Project Director; manage emails for the project and attend meetings.

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For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Doug Crandell

crande@uga.edu