Employment Specialist

Compass Career Solutions•Longview, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment team is responsible for providing client-driven case management services, which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses. This role requires in-person attendance and is not remote. The Employment Specialist will maintain an in-depth knowledge of DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation), conduct assessments and interviews with clients, and discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case management needs. The role involves providing ongoing support to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment, assisting clients in furthering their career growth and skill building, and documenting progress toward goals. The specialist will also make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers, represent Compass at professional meetings and community events, and travel throughout the area providing transportation to clients as needed. Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community is also required.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
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.
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.
Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed

Nice To Haves

Preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Responsibilities

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 for employment services.
Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
Provide ongoing support to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
Assist clients in furthering their career growth and skill building.
Document data and notes on the individual’s progress toward goals on barriers to employment and in their 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.