Position Summary:

Responsible for conducting vocational assessments, developing individualized education and employment plans, and providing targeted vocational counseling and job readiness training to address the unique needs and barriers faced by justice-involved individuals. The Vocational Specialist collaborates with program participants to identify vocational interests, strengths, and goals, while also addressing any skill gaps or employment-related challenges and will assist participants in obtaining GED and other vocational training as requested.

Essential Job Functions:

Prepare lesson plans, administer Interest Inventories and other appropriate testing/screening/assessment tools, and instruct adults in vocational skills, Including Interviewing, resume writing, work behaviors, work skills, etc. Evaluate and monitor clients' vocational/occupational skills performance. Assist clients in securing and maintaining employment. Assist clients who are disabled and cannot work in securing volunteer positions as appropriate. Work with outside agencies, local businesses, schools to coordinate further training or job placement. Work with local employers, Chamber of Commerce, Vocational Rehabilitation, and other groups to develop appropriate community employment positions. Complete documentation of services on provided forms in a timely manner. Provide input into the patient's treatment service needs and disposition. Assist other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional Image to the community. Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.