Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are typically expected of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

Direct Service - 50%

• Establish a positive relationship “bond” with participants that facilitate achievement of specific goals.
• Assess each participant’s employment skills, social competence and emotional health.
• As a member of a team, develop an Individual Service Strategy to address employment, social and emotional needs.
• Provide on-site supervision, training, education, and counseling of participants in a manner consistent with an Individual Service Strategy.
• As a member of a team, provide a written evaluation for each crew member per agency schedule.
• Maintain daily plan/log book; use for attendance and to record any significant events.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, on a daily basis, to strengthen participant programming.
• Communicate professionally with participant’s social worker, probation agent, family members, etc.
• Communicate regularly with Case Management Coordinator concerning participant progress.

Project Implementation - 45%

• Supervise crew in the completion of conservation and community development projects.
• Plan and coordinate in advance materials, equipment, and crew work activities.
• Assign participant work duties effectively; motivate crew members to work together as a team.
• Monitor project progress and quality of crew member’s work.
• Instruct crew members in the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools; implement and enforce all OFS safety rules, guidelines, and policies.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with project sponsors.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Legacy & Conservation and project sponsors concerning project progress, material and equipment needs, appropriate resource management or building techniques, and needed technical assistance.
• Maintain work site in a clean, orderly, and professional manner; maintain and properly care for van, tools, and equipment.

Administration - 5%

• Prepare and complete all required paper work.
• Assist crew members to complete card copy and electronic timesheets.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in teaching or counseling is desirable
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and good driving record; must not have a DUI conviction on record within the last 5 years
• Willingness to complete a background check