Employment specialist

Job Description

Responsibilities and Tasks :

• Maintain knowledge of Foundational Community Supports (FCS) and Aging and Long Term Support Administration (ALTSA) eligibility
• Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility.
• Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
• Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills.
• Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage.
• Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
• Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment / service plans.
• Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers.
• Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
• Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
• Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
• Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
• A valid driver's license, insurance, and own vehicle transportation
• Self-starter, excellent time management skills, and proactive problem solver
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Technology savvy - Especially Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom. PC and Android devices.
• Ability to perform CPR / First Aide as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

At Compass and Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served.

Compass and Dungarvin are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers.

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Last updated : 2024-09-13