Career Development & Placement Specialist

Commerce Lexington Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Commerce Lexington Inc. seeks an Employment Specialist to support the Regional KY Works Program, assisting TANF/KTAP/SNAP E&T recipients with job development, placement, retention, and advancement.

The role focuses on removing barriers to employment and providing post-placement support for nine months. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, strong social support skills, and the ability to coordinate with employers and state partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required.
• Experience with human service programs and welfare-to-work programs is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment.
• Seek out potential employment sources and develop placements.
• Match clients with employment opportunities based on interests, skills and employer requirements.
• Conduct on-site visits to employers and provide retention support for nine months.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Commerce Lexington Inc. seeks an Employment Specialist to support the Regional KY Works Program, assisting TANF/KTAP/SNAP E&T recipients with job development, placement, retention, and advancement.

The role focuses on removing barriers to employment and providing post-placement support for nine months. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, strong social support skills, and the ability to coordinate with employers and state partners.