Vocational Specialist (48537)

WESTCARE INC • Caguas, PR

16d • $12 - $12 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for conducting vocational assessments, developing individualized education and employment plans, and providing targeted vocational counseling and job readiness training to address the unique needs and barriers faced by justice-involved individuals. The Vocational Specialist collaborates with program participants to identify vocational interests, strengths, and goals, while also addressing any skill gaps or employment-related challenges and will assist participants in obtaining GED and other vocational training as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education. Two or three (2-3) years of experience in vocational counseling, career counseling, workforce development, or related fields, preferably working with people involved in justice, people with disabilities, or marginalized populations. Experience in vocational assessment, job placement and vocational training programs is highly desirable.
• 1+ years’ experience in a similar capacity; experience working with justice-involved individuals.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the vocational counseling field.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Office formats or the ability to learn.
• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
• Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of mental health conditions
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with clients.
• Understanding of the concepts of mutual support, shared responsibility, and personal growth.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and act quickly in high-stress situations.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans, administer Interest Inventories and other appropriate testing/screening/assessment tools, and instruct adults in vocational skills, Including Interviewing, resume writing, work behaviors, work skills, etc.
• Evaluate and monitor clients' vocational/occupational skills performance.
• Assist clients in securing and maintaining employment. Assist clients who are disabled and cannot work in securing volunteer positions as appropriate.
• Work with outside agencies, local businesses, schools to coordinate further training or job placement.
• Work with local employers, Chamber of Commerce, Vocational Rehabilitation, and other groups to develop appropriate community employment positions.
• Complete documentation of services on provided forms in a timely manner.
• Provide input into the patient's treatment service needs and disposition.
• Assist other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional Image to the community.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees