Employment Specialist II
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5 Richmond, VA Richmond, VA Full-time Full-time $39,646 - $59,468 a year $39,646 - $59,468 a year 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Position Summary The Employment Specialist II provides a full array of vocational support to individuals with documented disabilities using the Individual model of Supported Employment.
This includes but is not limited to Situational Assessments, Job Development, Job placement, on the job training, and ongoing support and retention services.
Essential Duties(Other duties within the scope of this position may be assigned.
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Assess client's skills, barriers and support needs to create a pathway for employment.
To include hands on community-based job skills coaching; job application and resume assistance; assistance with developing interviewing skills; on the job training/support and employment retention services.
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Maintains existing and identify new employer partnerships with internal and external businesses to identify/develop job leads and opportunities for career exploration.
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Communicates and maintains good rapport with program candidates, referring counselors, natural support of the program candidates, fellow staff and other agencies.
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Maintains program files in accordance with CARF, AbilityOne guidelines, DBHDS, DOL and other funding agency standards and the confidentiality thereof.
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Provides required data on persons served entering data timely and accurately.
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Serves as a liaison with referral agencies by maintaining consistent communication regarding the progress of program candidates on caseload and includes attending service planning meetings and case staffings.
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Maintains a caseload sufficient in number, achieving enrollment, placement and billable unit/hours goals per month.
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Completes and reviews service plans, billing information and case notes in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner to reflect progress towards employment goals.
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Advocates for program candidate's needs/services by providing referrals to community resources/services to assist the program candidate with maintaining program retention and/or employment.
Supervisory Responsibilities The associate in this position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Education/Experience/Certificates/Security Clearance High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in a human services related field preferred.
1-3 Years' experience in a related field required.
Membership in National Rehabilitation and/or Workforce Development Professional/Job Seeker Services Certification preferred.
Valid state driver's license, insurance and satisfactory driving record are required.
Required to pass state and federal criminal background and sex offender checks.
Depending upon contract specifications, may also be required to pass CPS and LEIE background checks and other background checks as necessary.
Ability to operate PC and databases.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook.
Minimum of 1 year direct experience working with persons with disabilities in a case management role ?and/or assisting to identify, obtain and retain employment opportunities, required.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5 Richmond, VA Richmond, VA Full-time Full-time $39,646 - $59,468 a year $39,646 - $59,468 a year 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Position Summary The Employment Specialist II provides a full array of vocational support to individuals with documented disabilities using the Individual model of Supported Employment.
This includes but is not limited to Situational Assessments, Job Development, Job placement, on the job training, and ongoing support and retention services.
Essential Duties(Other duties within the scope of this position may be assigned.
) 1.
Assess client's skills, barriers and support needs to create a pathway for employment.
To include hands on community-based job skills coaching; job application and resume assistance; assistance with developing interviewing skills; on the job training/support and employment retention services.
2.
Maintains existing and identify new employer partnerships with internal and external businesses to identify/develop job leads and opportunities for career exploration.
3.
Communicates and maintains good rapport with program candidates, referring counselors, natural support of the program candidates, fellow staff and other agencies.
4.
Maintains program files in accordance with CARF, AbilityOne guidelines, DBHDS, DOL and other funding agency standards and the confidentiality thereof.
5.
Provides required data on persons served entering data timely and accurately.
6.
Serves as a liaison with referral agencies by maintaining consistent communication regarding the progress of program candidates on caseload and includes attending service planning meetings and case staffings.
7.
Maintains a caseload sufficient in number, achieving enrollment, placement and billable unit/hours goals per month.
8.
Completes and reviews service plans, billing information and case notes in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner to reflect progress towards employment goals.
9.
Advocates for program candidate's needs/services by providing referrals to community resources/services to assist the program candidate with maintaining program retention and/or employment.
Supervisory Responsibilities The associate in this position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Education/Experience/Certificates/Security Clearance High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in a human services related field preferred.
1-3 Years' experience in a related field required.
Membership in National Rehabilitation and/or Workforce Development Professional/Job Seeker Services Certification preferred.
Valid state driver's license, insurance and satisfactory driving record are required.
Required to pass state and federal criminal background and sex offender checks.
Depending upon contract specifications, may also be required to pass CPS and LEIE background checks and other background checks as necessary.
Ability to operate PC and databases.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook.
Minimum of 1 year direct experience working with persons with disabilities in a case management role ?and/or assisting to identify, obtain and retain employment opportunities, required.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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