Employment Specialist

Evaluations and Progress Monitoring

• Evaluates skills and qualifications
• Advise on career paths
• Promote employment opportunities
• Maintain ongoing relationship with each business contact
• Monitor, document, and evaluate the progress of clients

Crisis Intervention and Referrals

• Provide crisis intervention as necessary
• Facilitate the transition of appropriate referrals
• Ensure adequate assessment of individuals
• Communicate regularly with Employment department representatives

Job Retention and Advancement

• Work with individuals on job retention and advancement

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Help develop motivation, skills, and de-escalation tactics

Document Management

• Write ISP's, Monthly reports, SalesForce and HCSIS documents for the employment program
• Keep case files (hard copy and electronic) up to date

Other Duties

• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Exercise independent professional judgment and strong decision-making skills
• Strong communication skills with critical conflict resolution skills and de-escalation techniques
• Provide on-call assistance to individuals
• Strong organizational skills

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree
• Experience with persons with disabilities

Physical Requirements

• Navigate public transportation
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times