Employment Services Specialist - Older Adults

JOB POSTING Employment Services Specialist - Older Adults Employment and Education Services At Father Joe’s Villages, Employment and Education Services help individuals build skills, increase income, connect with employment opportunities, and move toward greater stability, dignity, and self-sufficiency. This is meaningful, hands-on work that supports people as they identify goals, overcome barriers, and take practical steps toward long-term success. Our Employment and Education Services team works alongside individuals experiencing homelessness and other barriers to employment, providing career coaching, workforce navigation, job readiness support, employer connections, and encouragement throughout the employment journey. Through community partnerships and employer engagement, we help create opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and the broader San Diego community. What Success Looks Like This is a community-based role that combines individualized employment support, career coaching, workforce navigation, employer engagement, and resource coordination. Successful Employment Services Specialists are approachable, organized, and committed to building trust with older adults who may be navigating homelessness, employment barriers, limited income, changing workforce expectations, or other challenges to stability. Success in this role means helping clients identify realistic employment goals, build confidence and job readiness skills, connect to meaningful employment opportunities, and access training, supportive services, and community resources. You’ll strengthen employer and community partnerships, support positive employment outcomes, and help older adults move toward greater financial stability, independence, and long-term wellbeing. The Role Provide individualized employment services, career coaching, and workforce navigation support to older adultsSupport clients in identifying employment goals, building job readiness skills, and addressing barriers to employmentDevelop and maintain relationships with employers, workforce development agencies, community organizations, and service providersIdentify job opportunities, coordinate referrals, and support successful employment placements and retentionFacilitate or support workshops, hiring events, employer outreach activities, and other workforce development initiativesMaintain accurate, timely documentation of services, client progress, outcomes, and employer engagement activitiesCollaborate with internal programs and external partners to connect clients to training, supportive services, and employment resourcesRepresent Father Joe’s Villages professionally in employer, community, and workforce development settingsSupport program goals by promoting client engagement, job readiness, employment placement, and long-term stability Desirable Candidate Profile Associate degree in Human Services, Social Services, Workforce Development, Vocational Rehabilitation, Business, Education, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experienceMinimum of three (3) years of experience providing employment services, job development, workforce development, career coaching, job placement, vocational services, or related services supporting individuals who face barriers to employmentExperience working with older adults, individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, individuals with disabilities, or other populations facing barriers to employment preferredValid California Driver’s License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in accordance with organizational requirementsBilingual English/Spanish proficiency sufficient to provide employment services, conduct client assessments, facilitate workshops, communicate with employers and community partners, and document services in English and SpanishProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, databases, and other technology used to support employment services, documentation, and program reporting Key Competencies Knowledge of employment services, job development, job placement, workforce development systems, and community employment resourcesAbility to assess employment needs, identify barriers, and develop individualized employment strategies that align client strengths and qualifications with employer needsStrong skills in career exploration, job search support, resume development, interviewing preparation, job readiness coaching, and employment-related workshop facilitationAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, employers, workforce development agencies, community organizations, and internal partnersStrong employer engagement skills and ability to communicate client skills, strengths, and qualifications to prospective employersKnowledge of employment needs, opportunities, and barriers affecting older adults and other populations served by Father Joe’s VillagesAbility to navigate community resources and supportive services that promote employment, income growth, financial stability, and long-term wellbeingOrganized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage an active caseload, maintain multiple employer relationships, document services accurately, and meet program requirementsStrong verbal and written communication, sound judgment, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Work Schedule This is a full-time role that operates in office, classroom, program site, community, and employer environments. Work is generally performed Monday through Friday during standard business hours; however, schedule flexibility may occasionally be required to support hiring events, employer outreach activities, workforce development initiatives, workshops, and community-based services. Regular travel throughout the community is expected. Compensation & Benefits The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $22.00 to $25.30 per hour. Final starting rate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. Father Joe’s Villages offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plan options, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Employees also have access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources to support work-life balance and overall well-being. Why Join Father Joe’s Villages Join an organization deeply rooted in Compassion, Respect, Empathy, Empowerment, and Dignity. Make a meaningful impact by helping older adults experiencing homelessness or employment barriers build skills, access opportunities, increase income, and move toward greater stability. Work alongside a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to practical support, community partnership, and respectful service delivery while helping individuals strengthen their confidence, independence, and quality of life. Conditions of Employment Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre- and post-employment requirements, which may include background checks, health screenings, license verification, driving record review, and other requirements relevant to the role. These checks are conducted following a conditional offer of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Father Joe’s Villages is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.