Employment Specialist, (1191)

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington•Temple Hills, MD

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Employment Specialist provides case management and employment training services to program participants in the DC Metropolitan Area. This role involves assisting participants in identifying and overcoming barriers to employment, securing necessary services, meeting emergency needs, developing job opportunities, providing job coaching, and offering on-the-job support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of work experience specific to developmental disabilities.
One year of experience preferably in employment services.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook 365, Excel, and web browsing.
Possess a valid, local driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
Use of personal automobile for job development and case management is required.

Nice To Haves

Case management experience desired.

Responsibilities

Implements a Work Adjustment curriculum for adults with developmental disabilities and other significant barriers to employment, focusing on work-related skills and soft skills training (e.g., resume writing, interviewing, communication).
Creates and teaches employment-related, educational, and informative programs during Job Club.
Provides case management and wrap-around supportive services to program participants, identifying barriers and challenges to help them achieve their goals.
Assists consumers in acquiring appropriate documentation and identification for employment, and helps with travel needs for interviews, training, and emergencies.
Identifies and develops potential internships, training, and employment opportunities with employers, corporations, and agencies to foster community inclusion.
Works with consumers, staff, and partners to develop jobs through online searches, interviews, One Stop Systems, cold calling, and community job banks.
Maintains collaborative relationships and communication with program staff, referring agencies, family members, and support persons to ensure consumer needs are met.
Provides timely and consistent on-the-job support and follow-up activities to ensure successful employment outcomes.
Conducts situational assessments and evaluations of program participants’ work adjustment and on-the-job training.
Completes daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports for program participants, meeting reporting deadlines.
Provides counseling and client intervention as needed.
Transports program participants to and from job-related activities in an authorized Agency Vehicle.
Provides travel training on public transportation to and from program, volunteer, or paid employment sites.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.