Employment Specialist

4 weeks ago

Metairie, United States XP Works LLC Full time
Employment Specialist

Under the direction of the Director of Adult Services, the Employment Specialist will be responsible for determining and addressing employment and personal needs of individuals using assessment, counseling, and other available resources in order to enhance growth and optimal performance. The Employment Specialist will support participants in their educational attainments, introduce them to post-secondary or training options, and encourage their career development. The Employment Specialist will assist participants in finding and retaining employment, which will require soliciting and maintaining healthy relationships and opportunities with local employers.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, social work or other appropriate field.
- Three (3) years of work experience in a human services field, education, or career/employment counseling or related field
- Demonstrated ability to perform job duties within the context of complex regulations and definitions and to complete extensive technical documentation
- Willingness to comply with the established company performance standards which may include: productivity/personal responsibility, client/customer service-orientation, embracing a team player orientation, and maintaining a professional demeanor
- Must have reliable, independent transportation

Pay and Perks
- $45,000/year
- Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401k with matching
- Paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to work with a progressive and innovative leadership team
- Opportunity for potential growth in the company
- Use of company computer

Duties and Responsibilities
- Counsel participants in academic, vocational, employment and personal issues. Mediate, problem-solve and coordinate individual services for clients to help them overcome employment barriers
- Provide assessment by way of program assessment tools, to establish immediate objectives and long-term goals and to determine career interests and job skills
- Formulate individual employment development plan for each program participant, using information gathered through formal assessments and in-depth interviews
- Coordinate placement and on the job training opportunities
- Instruct participants in job seeking, application procedures, resume writing, interview preparation, job retention skills, and attitudes
- Determine and provide supportive services based on individual needs and program budget
- Maintain effective case management by submitting timely reports, progress notes, updates, job orders and all other necessary paperwork
- Ensure every student has a portfolio with pertinent materials for employment. This includes, but is not limited to, personal contact sheet, updated resume, cover letter, references, and certifications/ transcripts.
- Conduct regular one-on-one counseling sessions with participants to review goals, address problems, and ensure progress is being made
- Establish partnerships with employers to identify present and future requirements, thus preparing participants for integration into the labor market
- Perform post placement follow up in accordance with company policy
- Monitor participants performance on the job and counsel participants when job performance is not satisfactory
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers, coordinate and monitor work-based training sites
- Assist in the development of program goals and procedures
- Assist instructors in the preparation and collection of repots and documents as requested
- Become familiar with complex regulations and provide services within this framework

Skills and Competencies
- Ability to work independently, with considerable self-direction, and as a contributing member of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds
- Ability to work with and be sensitive to a diverse cultural, ethnic and racial population
- Must be highly organized, flexible and able to work well with others.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows based computer application

Physical and Mental
- School and job assignment travel required.
- Regularly required to sit, prolonged standing, walk, talk, hear; operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Work in a classroom environment engaging with multiple personality types in conjunction with cultural differences and learning styles.
- Work with a variety of populations, including at-risk youth and adults, and individuals with disabilities.
- Be Open to Off-Topic Conversations at proper times for discussion and building a rapport with students (ex. Politics, Current Events, Life)

Job Type:
Full-time

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