Employment Specialist
Core
Conduct assessments and interviews to determine eligibility for employment services, then provide ongoing support to assist clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
Role type
Employment Specialist (Case Management)
Builds
Client employment outcomes and service plans
Domain
Social Services / Developmental Disabilities / Vocational Rehabilitation
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
client assessments, eligibility determination, case management, community partnership building, documentation, travel logistics, CPR/First Aid, physical lifting (50 lbs)
Preferred skills
Bachelor's in social services, bilingual Spanish/English, crisis intervention experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Zoom, Android devices, laptops
Responsibilities
Conduct client assessments and interviews, document progress and service plans, connect clients with employers and community resources, represent the organization at community events, provide transportation to clients
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
