Community Employment Specialist
Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the role
About The Indiana Department Of Workforce Development (DWD) Our mission is to develop a premier workforce that will allow Indiana employers to flourish and entice businesses from outside our state to relocate to Indiana. Everyone at DWD will be required to think outside-the-box; to determine metrics that will allow for measurement and improvement and efficiencies to be made along the way. Cutting edge technologies will be utilized to help assess Indiana’s employment future. If managed properly, Indiana’s workforce will be second to none and completely prepared for the next phase of the state and country’s economic growth.
Responsibilities
- Gather information from applicants, evaluate qualifications, educational backgrounds, and employment barriers.
- Assist clients with job searching and resume building activities.
- Review assessments, client background, and vocational plan interest to recommend and work with partner programs within the WorkOne offices.
- Recommend and administer assessment instruments and interpret aptitude results.
- Explain services available from other public assistance agencies within the community and make referrals.
- Explain services to applicants and advise on employment opportunities.
- Refer clients to the appropriate specialist concerning veterans