Employment Specialist

6 days ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Center For Veterans Issues Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Employment Specialist to join our team at the Center For Veterans Issues. As a key member of our staff, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive case management and job readiness services to unemployed veterans enrolled in our program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Case Management
    • Conduct thorough assessments of homeless veteran participants to identify their strengths, barriers to employment, and job preparedness needs.
    • Develop and implement individualized employment plans (IEPs) to help veterans achieve their career goals.
  • Job Readiness Services
    • Provide career guidance and counseling to assist veterans in developing short and long-term career goals.
    • Identify occupation-specific credentialing requirements and assist veterans in obtaining required credentials and enrolling in occupational skills training programs.
  • Employment Placement
    • Collaborate with local Disabled Veteran's Opportunities Programs (DVOP), Local Veteran Employment Representatives (LVERs), VA staff, and other local CBO staff to coordinate service delivery and placement services.
    • Refer veterans to CVI Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF), local veteran resources, and CBOs, and benefit services as needed.
  • Job Coaching and Retention
    • Provide job coaching and retention services to help veterans maintain employment and achieve long-term career success.
    • Enter service case notes and objective outcome data into the appropriate client database system.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services, or Career Counseling with two years of experience in performing the above duties and responsibilities is preferred.
  • Associates degree in Social Work, Social Services, or Career Counseling with three years of experience in performing the above duties and responsibilities is required.
  • Experience delivering services to SUD, COD, or homeless populations with multiple needs or barriers is strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and database programs is preferred.
  • Experience working with Veterans is preferred.
Working with Us

At the Center For Veterans Issues, we are committed to providing high-quality services to our veteran clients. As an Employment Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and contribute to our mission of supporting veterans in achieving their career goals.



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