Bi-Lingual Employment & Training Specialist 1 - Human Services
About The Position
The Employment Specialist assists individuals in achieving long-term personal and career success by connecting them with community resources, employment opportunities, job training, and educational programs. This role involves developing relationships with local employers, supporting clients through resume development, job applications, interview preparation, and providing ongoing workplace support. The specialist promotes independence and self-sufficiency through skill-building in communication, adaptability, and problem solving. Additional responsibilities include vocational counseling, job development and placement, employer outreach and education, and maintaining strong customer and community relationships.
Requirements
- Demonstrated fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
- Associate’s degree with 1 year of related experience or High School diploma/HiSET/GED with 3 years of related experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, with effective time-management abilities
- Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft programs and email
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and willingness to transport program members using a personal or agency vehicle
- Ability to travel within the region to residential settings, employers, and community organizations
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans.
- Dependent care flexible spending account.
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings account.
- Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch.
- Company paid Long-term Disability insurance.
- Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only)
- Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
- Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment.
- Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement.
- Generous paid time off.
- 11 Paid Holidays a year.
- Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform.
- Referral Incentive bonus. For every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each successfully hired candidate!
- Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges.
- Work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
