Employment Specialist

Alpharus Health•Sanderson, FL

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Specialist works with clients under the supervision of the Florida Department of Corrections to assess employability, provide job-readiness training, and support employment goals and job placement. The role develops relationships with employers, community agencies, and other potential sources of employment, and maintains knowledge of occupational outlooks, position requirements, applicable regulations, and community resources. The position is based at Baker Re-Entry Center in Sanderson, Florida, and requires routine travel within the state.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field.
Knowledge of local labor markets, employment trends, and community resources.
Valid local driver’s license, insurance, and a good driving record.
Ability to pass a Level 2 background check in Florida.
Knowledge of correctional systems and the challenges faced by incarcerated individuals.
Familiarity with organizations and service providers that employ certified peers, including personnel responsible for recruitment and talent acquisition.
Knowledge of recovery-oriented peer support, job development, and vocational rehabilitation principles and practices.
Knowledge of CRPS certification and employment competencies, standards, and requirements in Florida.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, TEAMS, and other applicable programs.
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with employers, agencies, and other behavioral health and workforce stakeholders.
Working knowledge of federal and state confidentiality rules and regulations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate employment services and evaluate their delivery.
Ability and willingness to routinely travel within Florida.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and remain alert to traffic conditions, signals, and signs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in workforce development, case management, or reentry services.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, select, and implement assessment tools and training resources to identify clients’ skill levels, occupational interests, and employability.
Create training materials and course objectives, provide job-readiness training, and assist clients in accomplishing employment goals.
Establish working relationships with employers, community agencies, and other potential job sources to assist with job placement.
Maintain current knowledge of occupational outlooks and update knowledge of position responsibilities and qualifications using occupational resources and manuals.
Develop and use knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations, community services, and resources.
Plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate employment-related services using data, feedback, and best practices.
Coach, mentor, and provide feedback to CRPS job seekers and employees.
Identify barriers and challenges to CRPS employment, including stigma, discrimination, accommodation, and retention.
Travel routinely within the state and operate a motor vehicle safely.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums.
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance paid for by Alpharus.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
18 paid time off days per year, with accrual rates increasing with years of service.
9 paid company holidays.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
Access to online courses providing CEUs and job-related training.
Clinical supervision, including formal and informal guidance.