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Careers at VSI

From the outside, Vocational Services is “just another business, but inside there are some tremendous differences. VSI staff positions include jobs such as supervisors in facility based exteneded employment at one of our three workshop locations or as a member of our Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) team.

Positions that are currently open include:

Business Development Specialist

VSI has an immediate opening for a Business Development Specialist to drive sales for our extended sheltered workshop employing people with disabilities to perform subcontract packaging, assembly work, commercial printing and vet kits in a light-industrial environment.

• Ability to develop new business in the market place.
• Ability to perform individually in a competitive environment
• Superior ability to satisfy clients and manage company’s association with them
• Maintains and expands customer base; builds and maintains rapport with key customers; identifies new customer opportunities.
• Preparation of statistical data and conceptualizing promotional information to provide customers with the most up to date information about their account and products that would benefit their situations.

Travel: Metro area travel. Employee must be able to travel for Sales and Marketing purposes and to develop new and maintain customers. Must be able to obtain an “E” license.

Preferred Qualifications: An associate’s degree in marketing, sales, and business, emphasizing production sales and two years of related experience. Or a High School Diploma or GED and at least six years of previous experience in production sales.

Additional Skills:

* Meeting sales goals
* Negotiation capabilities
* Selling to customer needs
* Motivation for sales
* Sales Planning
* Building relationships
* Coaching
* Managing processes
* Market knowledge
* Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred
* Sales Presentation creation capabilities

Production Floor Supervisors 
Openings available at our Liberty and NKC location                                                     

We are a non-profit company that works with people with disabilities in a light manufacturing environment. This is a rewarding experience to help those with disabilities learn new skills so they can have more opportunities for employment as well as community integration. We are looking for the right person to join our team as the newest Production Supervisor for our North Kansas City and Liberty locations.

• Work schedule Monday:
• NKC location: Monday-Friday 07:00 am until 03:30 pm.
• Liberty location: Monday-Friday 08:00 am until 04:30 pm.
• 1st wage increase after 90 days and then yearly on your anniversary date.
• Closed 9 holidays –
• Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour with .50 cent increase after three months and another .50 cent increase at one year.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: On-site

To apply for this position, submit your resume by e-mail to hr@vsiserve.org or you may apply now at the top of this page.

Job Coach
Liberty location                     

Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Job Coach to join our team. As a Job Coach, you will be vital in supporting and guiding individuals with developmental disabilities in their personal and professional growth. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others and contribute to their overall well-being.

Responsibilities:
- Provide workforce development coaching to individuals with developmental disabilities
- Assist individuals in understanding employment labor laws and their rights in the workplace
- Develop and implement training programs to enhance job skills and promote career advancement
- Conduct interviews and assessments to identify strengths, interests, and areas for improvement
- Provide ongoing mentoring and support to individuals in the workplace
- Teach related matters such as public transportation, money management, personal hygiene, etc.

Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and (1) year of experience in retail, food service, maintenance, or production are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Experience in training development and implementation
- Proficient in interviewing, recruiting, and mentoring techniques
- Familiarity with employment labor laws and regulations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we encourage you to apply for the position of Job Coach. Join our team and help empower others to achieve their full potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour with .50 cent increase after three months and another .50 cent increase at one year.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:  Monday to Friday / Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

To apply for this position, submit your resume by e-mail to hr@vsiserve.org or you may apply now at the top of this page.

Community Integration Specialist
Liberty location

Overview:
We are seeking a Community Integration Specialist to join our team. As a Community Integration Specialist, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement individualized personal plans and community outcomes

· Develop and implement group educational and training opportunities

· Support and document employee progress for their VIP and provide input for employee action plans.

- Provide modeling and training employee skill development

Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED and one year of previous experience in social service and/or para professional environment.

- Knowledge of working with people with developmental disabilities is highly desirable
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals who may have challenging behaviors or communication difficulties
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record - Class E will be required
- Ability to pass a background check
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we encourage you to apply for the Community Integration Specialist position. This fulfilling role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join our team today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour with .50 cent increase after three months and another .50 cent increase at one year.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift / Day shift / Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

To apply for this position, submit your resume by e-mail to hr@vsiserve.org or you may apply now at the top of this page.

Program Supervisor
Liberty location

We are seeking a Program Supervisor to join our team. As a Program Supervisor, you will provide employment related advocacy and support for employees with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist employees in the workshop setting with developing vocational goals and provide written feedback.
• Develop and maintain case records and information consistent with C.A.R.F. standards for each employee.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we want to speak with you.

Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with two (2) years’ experience in case management and or data collection.

BA/BS degree in psychology, social work sociology, special education or a related field or must have a High School diploma and or GED with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in case management and or data collection.

Starting wages: $17.25 with .50 cent increase after three months and another .50 cent increase at one year.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• * Dental insurance
• * Employee assistance program
• * Health insurance
• * Health savings account
• * Life insurance
• * Paid time off
• * Vision insurance

Schedule:

* 8 hour shift / Day shift / Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

To apply for this position, submit your resume by e-mail to hr@vsiserve.org or you may apply now at the top of this page.