Career Navigator & Employment Specialist

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS); St. Johnsbury (VT); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 54 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking an Employment Specialist to support adults in obtaining and sustaining meaningful employment within the community. The role focuses on identifying competitive opportunities aligned with individuals' preferences, skills, and abilities, while providing guidance and resources to ensure long-term success in the workplace.

Beyond job placement, the specialist educates individuals on how employment may affect benefits such as Social Security and Medicaid,

Responsabilidades

• Complete comprehensive employment assessments of the individuals skills and preferences.
• Provide work and/or education incentives planning.
• Create job and/or education support plans for each new experience and deliver ongoing follow-along support.
• Build strong relationships with employers within the community to expand employment opportunities.
• Perform individualized job search based on client preferences.
• Promote job and employer diversity; ensure competitive employment standards.
• Provide community-based services in natural settings.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and collaborate with Hire Ability.
• Offer follow-along support before transitioning the individual to less intensive care.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking an Employment Specialist to support adults in obtaining and sustaining meaningful employment within the community. The role focuses on identifying competitive opportunities aligned with individuals' preferences, skills, and abilities, while providing guidance and resources to ensure long-term success in the workplace.

Beyond job placement, the specialist educates individuals on how employment may affect benefits such as Social Security and Medicaid,