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JOB TITLE: Field Lead
DEPARTMENT: Center for Opportunity Rehabilitation and Employment
LOCATION: 333 W. Bayaud Ave, Denver CO 80223
REPORTS TO: DDW Program Manager
SALARY: $20 - $23 per hour
HOURS: Full time, Seasonal (Mid-April to Mid-November)
STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: 7:30AM - 4:00PM, Monday - Friday
MISSION
We seek to create hope, opportunity, and choice, with work as the means through which people with disabilities and other hurdles to employment can more fully participate in the mainstream of life. For 50 years Bayaud Enterprises has been an innovator in the community in reducing hurdles for individuals to engage in the workforce and attain self -reliance. We do this through personalized Employment Services, Social Enterprises (Business Solutions) which provide employment for those needing supported employment, and Individual and Community Services like providing free laundry with the Laundry Truck and support in finding housing and accessing different resource programs through the help of our Navigators. We create Hope, help to find Opportunities, and inspire Choices.
DEPARTMENT
Bayaud Enterprises partners with Denver Department of Housing Stability (HOST) to conduct outreach and recruitment for a job readiness program, Denver Day Works ("DDW"), for individuals and families experiencing homelessness that are not currently engaged in other community programs. The overall purpose of this program is to provide paid Day Work Experiences, support services and job readiness that may lead to employment in the community.
SUMMARY
This temporary position will oversee a Day Works work crew from mid-April to mid-November. The Field Lead position will oversee all job site activities and ensure that participant workers are trained appropriately for their site (ie. personal safety, use of equipment, body mechanics, PPE, reporting of accidents/injuries, etc.). This position ensures that the logistics of the sites are managed (transportation, food, equipment), and keeps in close contact with the Program Manager, Case Managers and Employment Specialists for coordination. This position will shop for food and supplies needed, and prepare lunches as needed.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This position pays $20-$23 per hour.
Medical/ Dental/ Vision coverage available, Free RTD ECO Pass, Sick Pay & 401(k) 4% company match to help plan for retirement. Sick, Vacation, Holiday and PTO as well as life insurance and other benefits provided to this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise all activities on the job site: training personnel to ensure safety and work quality, manage assets and equipment, ensure all needed supplies are on hand, communicate with our participants and DDW management as needed.
- Welcome new participants and organize crew for day labor. Coordinate lunches for workers.
- Transport participants at designated location to begin workday and drop
- Develop good rapport with our participants and provide mentorship, advocacy, and rehabilitation support to individuals experiencing homelessness (and possibly significant disabilities) while working side by side on the job.
- Connect participants with case managers for relevant health, food/nutrition and shelter resources using trauma informed practices.
- Keep progress notes and service data up to date in client database daily. Complete all paperwork required in a timely manner.
- Understand assessment criteria needed to determine employability and note the participants' ability to meet these criteria in client database. Discuss with team at team meetings.
- Work collaboratively with a wide variety of constituents and adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities. Establish and maintain positive relationships with business/city partners.
- Keep inventory of all tools, checking quality, working condition and cleanliness of each item for DDW. Make note and decide for replacement or acquisition of tools needed and consult with Program Manager to purchase.
- Keep vehicle cleaned and sanitized daily and in good overall condition. Notify Fleet Manager of any maintenance or repair needs as they occur.
- Attend applicable staff and community meetings.
SKILLS
- Excellent communication skill both verbally and in writing
- Basic computer skills including email, MS Office, Data Entry
- Excellent ability to work independently.
- Able to work outside in Colorado weather during all seasons
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50 lbs
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred: 2 years' experience working with persons experiencing hurdles to employment.
- Lived experience with homelessness, addiction recovery, disability or other challenges welcome.
- Personal commitment to working within an integrated services model, with emphasis on employment as a key component to ending poverty and homelessness.
- The candidate for this position would benefit by having experience in:
- Crisis intervention and trauma informed care practices
- Supporting individuals experiencing poverty, homelessness, addiction, justice involvement and disabilities, in obtaining and retaining employment
- Understanding mental illness and related behaviors, and how these influence employment situations
OTHER
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- A valid driver's license with 3 years of good standing and with no more than 3 points. Must meet Motor Vehicle Requirements per Bayaud Enterprises Insurance Carrier. This is a condition of employment.
ALTERNATIVE WORK PLAN
This position is not eligible for an "Alternative Work Plan". All duties must be performed in the office or in the community with participants. Special projects will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
We are an EOE employer, Race, Sex, Gender Orientation, Disability and Veteran Status