Employment Specialist

We are looking for a dedicated, professional, experienced Employment Specialist to assist clients in finding suitable job openings and career advancement opportunities. The Employment Specialist responsibilities include helping clients to prepare for develop resume, cover letters, apply online, provide job leads, prepare for job interviews, recommending effective job search techniques, and working with clients to enhance their job skills. You should also be able to address any concerns employers may have regarding the hiring of clients with disabilities.

To be successful as a Employment Specialist , you should be knowledgeable of different career paths and be committed to helping clients achieve their employment-related objectives. Ultimately, an outstanding Employment Specialist should be able to build rapport with clients and demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Employment Specialist Responsibilities:

• Conduct Employment Readiness Assessments and input data into Excel Tracking and Mobius database
• Developing and implementing effective coaching strategies to help clients overcome employment-related challenges.
• Identifying clients' strengths and advising them on how to use those strengths to secure employment or excel in their chosen career path.
• Providing information on suitable career paths based on clients' skills, qualifications, interests, and experience.
• Conducting tests to assess clients' skills and abilities and providing feedback on test results.
• Review clients' resumes and suggesting improvements as needed.
• Maintaining accurate records of clients' progress.
• Liaising with employers to identify possible job opportunities for clients.

Employment Specialist Requirements:

• College or University in human services, psychology, or related field is preferred.
• Proven experience working as a Employment Specialist .
• Sound knowledge of different jobs and career paths.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Experienced with entering data in Mobius.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent research, organizational, and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Work remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• previous or related: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's license (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-24
Expected start date: 2024-04-15