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Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist

Compass Career Solutions • Spokane, WA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, strives to be the provider of choice for services that are personalized and enrich people's lives. Our Employment team is responsible for providing client-driven case management services, some of which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment.

Please note that this role is not remote and will involve daily in-office work and community outreach.

Company Perks / Benefits :

  • Wage : $23 / hour
  • Full Range Scale $23 per hour - $25.65 per hour  (Future increases within the posted range are based on tenure and performance per Compass compensation guidelines. The pay scale provided for this position is based on title and geographical location)
  • Schedule :  Monday-Friday daytime hours with flexibility needed for some nights and weekends
  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance for eligible employees
  • 401 K plan with up to  3% employer match for eligible employees
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
  • Growth and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • National Brand Discounts
  • Tapcheck- early pay access
  • PAID training and orientation

Job Description

Responsibilities and Tasks :

  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation)
  • Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility.
  • Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
  • Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
  • Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills.
  • Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage.
  • Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
  • Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment / service plans.
  • Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers.
  • Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
  • Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
  • Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
  • Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software.
  • Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • One-year related experience and / or training working with people in crisis, specifically in employment services.
  • A valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a vehicle insured for you as a driver are required
  • Self-starter, excellent time management skills, and proactive problem solver
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Technology savvy - Especially Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom. PC and Android devices.
  • Ability to perform CPR / First Aide as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Additional Information

    At Compass and Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Compass and Dungarvin are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers.

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