Position Summary:

Provide employment related assistance to clients using a strengths-based approach.   Utilize established protocols, curriculum and resources to help clients find and maintain employment that ensures a path to self -sufficiency. 

Position Description:

Complete intake screening, assessment, and documentation related to employment history, skills and abilities, vocational goals, and identifying strengths and barriersFacilitate interviewing skills development, assist clients with resume writing, job seeking plans and obtaining necessary identification Provide individual and group services based on established curriculumProvide vocational planning and training opportunities based on knowledge of local employment resources and client ability, needs and circumstances.May transport clients as necessaryEfficiently operates personal computer to enter and/or retrieve dataAccurately prepare required reports for referral sources, funder(s) and AgencyWork to prevent and resolve client/employer problems as neededCollaborate with program staff to ensure client needs are metConducts employment verifications, documents services delivered and conducts follow-upCoordinate and deliver presentations to internal and external audiencesOther duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of local employment market opportunities, barriers and trendsUnderstanding of potential client circumstances that may impact employment opportunitiesKnowledge of educational and vocational appraisal techniquesAccurate, timely recordkeeping and attention to detailAbility to resolve/deescalate/anticipate crises; use crisis intervention skills relating to clientsFoster spirit of teamwork and positive work environmentComply with Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest other and regulatory policies and procedures

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field or;Associate’s Degree and equivalent experienceValid driver’s license and auto insurance

Essential Functions/Physical Demands:

Positional: Frequent standing, sitting and walking. Occasional driving in accordance with the job duties assigned.Gross Mobility: Rare climbing, crawling, crouching and kneeling. Infrequent balancing and stooping. Frequent to constant reaching and handling.Sensory: Rare tasting/smelling. Infrequent use of color vision. Occasional use of far and midrange visual acuity as well as depth perception. Rare use of color vision. Constant talking and listening.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.