Community Employment & Outreach Navigator

Special Service for Groups, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Service for Groups, Inc. seeks an Employment Specialist to provide case coordination and employment services for participants in HOPICS programs.

This role serves as a bridge between clients and employment opportunities, requiring strong relationship-building skills with participants and employers. The position involves client assessments, job placement assistance, and coordination with WorkSource and community resources.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or 5 years in social services.
• Experience with homeless programs and case management.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Administer Employment Readiness Assessments and refer clients to opportunities.
• Assist clients with job applications and resume prep.
• Coordinate with WorkSource Portal and community resources.
• Maintain rapport to support contractual goals and client progress.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Bilingual Spanish

Strong communication

Education

Associate Degree in Social Services

5+ years related experience

Tools

WorkSource Portal

HMIS

HIPAA CFR42

Job description

Special Service for Groups, Inc. seeks an Employment Specialist to provide case coordination and employment services for participants in HOPICS programs.

This role serves as a bridge between clients and employment opportunities, requiring strong relationship-building skills with participants and employers. The position involves client assessments, job placement assistance, and coordination with WorkSource and community resources.