Career Coach & Job Placement Specialist

ServiceNet; Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 65,904,384 - 71,635,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Job summary

ServiceNet in Hatfield, MA is seeking an Employment Specialist to deliver Comprehensive Career Services and support job seekers in achieving competitive, integrated employment across Western Massachusetts.

The role involves assessing vocational functioning, developing tailored Placement Plans, and providing coaching and wrap-around supports to help individuals reach their employment goals while coordinating with partners and social enterprises.

Qualifications

• Candidates skilled in American Sign Language are strongly encouraged to apply.
• A college degree is preferred but experience working with disabled populations in a vocational setting or success in sales and marketing will be considered.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations in diverse settings that build trust and support increased collaboration.
• Travel is required; candidate requires a valid driver's license, driving experience and operable vehicle.
• Knowledge of Social Security Work Incentives and disability benefits is a plus (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Delivers CCS service components.
• Assesses each job seeker’s vocational functioning using background information, work history, interests, and strengths.
• Develops individualized Placement Plans and Coaching Plans aligned to the job seeker’s employment goals, including agreed-upon hours, wages, and benefits.
• Conducts job development and job search activities individualized to each job seeker’s preferences, cultivating and maintaining relationships with area employers.
• Provides job coaching and long-term follow-along supports that help job seekers stabilize and retain employment through the 90-day successful-closure milestone and beyond.
• Maintains a Career Portfolio for each job seeker documenting progress, experiences, and outcomes.
• Coordinates Partnership Plus referrals with state vocational rehabilitation, and participates in employer-outreach efforts across ServiceNet’s community partners and social enterprises, where appropriate.

Skills

American Sign Language

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience with disabled populations

Job description

ServiceNet in Hatfield, MA is seeking an Employment Specialist to deliver Comprehensive Career Services and support job seekers in achieving competitive, integrated employment across Western Massachusetts.

The role involves assessing vocational functioning, developing tailored Placement Plans, and providing coaching and wrap-around supports to help individuals reach their employment goals while coordinating with partners and social enterprises.