Community Employment Specialist - Transform Lives On Site

Dungarvin inc; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid training and orientation

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Flexible Spending and HSA

Job summary

Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, seeks an Employment Specialist to support client-driven case management and help individuals gain meaningful employment in the community. This is an in-office, non-remote role with daily in-person work and community outreach.

You will assess eligibility, match clients with employment opportunities, document plans, and collaborate with partners and employers to build strong community connections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; preference for Bachelor’s in social services.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• One year of related experience and/or training in employment services.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a vehicle.
• Self-starter with excellent time management and proactive problem solving.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Tech savvy: Microsoft Office and Zoom; PC and Android devices.
• Ability to perform CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of DDA and DVR.
• Conduct assessments and interviews to determine eligibility.
• Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, and matching needs.
• Document care and collaborate with internal and external teams.
• Assist clients to assess and advance their career growth and skills.
• Assist clients in obtaining employment at or above minimum wage.
• Provide ongoing employment-related soft and hard skills development.
• Document progress toward goals and plans.
• Build community partnerships with service providers and employers.
• Represent Compass at meetings and community events.
• Attend scheduled internal and external meetings.
• Travel and provide transportation to clients as needed.
• Use assigned technology (laptop, cell phone, software).

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Flexibility

Technology savvy

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

PC & Android devices

Job description

Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, seeks an Employment Specialist to support client-driven case management and help individuals gain meaningful employment in the community. This is an in-office, non-remote role with daily in-person work and community outreach.

You will assess eligibility, match clients with employment opportunities, document plans, and collaborate with partners and employers to build strong community connections.