Business Services Coordinator

• Jul 2021 - Present

.• The primary interface with business to promote and develop business relationships leading to career opportunities for consumers. • Support on all aspects of business development and marketing aligned with regional and national teams for Job Seekers: Delivers a plan for career preparation, assessment of skills, and job readiness of consumers in consultation with these teams. • Meets regularly with the identified regional DRS point persons to train, mentor, and consult with staff on employment initiatives. • Make appropriate delegation of pending projects to BSP staff assuring timely completion and enhanced innovation. • The primary point of contact for the Talent Acquisition Portal through the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation. Serves on and networks with Workforce system committees. • Manages a team of Business Services Liaisons and Job Placement Specialists throughout the State. Travels Statewide to supervise staff and projects with Workforce and HR professionals Show less

Business Services Liaison

• Sep 2019 - Jun 2021

• Responsible for initiating contact and forming relationships with businesses and employers within the designated coverage area.• Connected Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists and job seekers with businesses.• Provided training in disability awareness, ADA, reasonable accommodation, and other DRS Vocational Rehabilitation services.• Assessed needs, recommended and recruited qualified employees for businesses in the Tulsa, Eastern, and Northeast areas of the State • Completed detailed reports as assigned; attended meetings with Workforce/DRS partners, civic organizations, and other business or employer-related entities.• Developed and coordinated DRS Business Advisor Councils including site selection, scheduling, agenda, and content development.• Disseminated information for job openings, internships, and market data to field staff.• Developed and implements training and awareness events for businesses, employers, DRS partners, staff, and consumers.• Assisted the BSP team in the execution of annual goals. • Performed all job-related travel. Show less

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist / Rehabilitation Teacher

• Mar 2017 - Aug 2019

• Position consulted with physicians, psychologists, and other disability professionals regarding the functional limitations, treatment, and prognosis of eligible applicants.• Utilized knowledge of principles and practices of vocational rehabilitation counseling to determine eligibility, and complete comprehensive assessments.• Helped clients develop their Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE); and provided vocational counseling and guidance in the effective delivery of case services.• Participated in job readiness, job search, and job placement activities to ensure a successful case outcome for the client and followed agency record documentation guidelines throughout the vocational rehabilitation process.• Worked with the African-American, Hispanic, and Asian communities with disabilities addressing appropriately the intersectionality of race, and disability. Show less

Business Training Specialist

• Sep 2016 - Mar 2017

Clerk / Projects Coordinator

• Jul 2009 - Apr 2014

As a clerk my job was screening and preparing court documents for the Justices. I reviewed constitutional and legal orders, opinions and memorandums. I also assisted the Justices in making Constitutional determinations through offering suggestions and performing research. As a clerk my job was screening and preparing court documents for the Justices. I reviewed constitutional and legal orders, opinions and memorandums. I also assisted the Justices in making Constitutional determinations through offering suggestions and performing research.