Employment and Education Specialist

Clarvida; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Medical, dental, vision insurance

DailyPay earnings access

401(k)

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking an Education/Employment Specialist to act as the liaison between clients and Vocational/Educational services in Orange, California. This full-time role focuses on coordinating education and employment resources, conducting client assessments, and supporting placement efforts.

The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, HIPAA awareness, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of job and educational/vocational coordination for adults.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain HIPAA compliance and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain education/job records.
• Assess clients for placement.
• Refer clients to applicable resources.
• Provide one-on-one education and employment support.
• Coordinate and execute two annual resource fairs.
• Support the on-site volunteer program, Word-Order-Day.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Proof of education

Job description

Summary

The Employment/Education Specialist acts as the liaison between the client and the employers/representatives from Vocational/Educational services.

Education/Employment Specialist

Location: Orange, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $23 an hour

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain education/job records.
• Assess clients for placement.
• Refer clients to applicable resources.
• Ensure one-on-one education and employment support is provided.
• Maintain client records and provide follow up contact for successful placement assurance.
• Provide job readiness training, groups, and classes to clients.
• Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients.
• Coordinate and execute two annual resource fairs. One for vocational/job related resources and the second for educational related resources.
• Support the on-site volunteer program, Word-Order-Day.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary to support the program and/or the company.

Recovery Requirements

• Provide the best customer care possible.
• Identify and build upon the strengths of clients, coworkers, and the communities we serve.
• Support clients' steps towards Recovery and Wellness.
• Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates the diversity of our clients.
• Value learning as an ongoing process that enables us to better service our clients and establishes our leadership in the industry.
• Research and utilize our industry's best practices and analyze our own services to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Level of Supervision Given: None

Proof of valid California driver's license and auto insurance, as well as proof of education are required. Prior behavioral health experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

Knowledge and experience with job and educational/vocational coordination for adults is required.

Intermediate Level PC Skills Required

Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, computer skills and communication skills are a must.

Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.

Physical Requirements

• Office Environment (not remote position). Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Requires significant use of computer, tablet, phone and/or general office equipment.
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• Will require off-site travel 20% (local and out of state) - meeting, county and/or client needs.
• Will use personal car or vehicle as required for travel and/or transportation.
• Will travel for meetings, training, etc. as needed. However, not remote position.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay - access your earnings without waiting for payday*
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities

All Employees

• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend

(*Benefits may vary by state or county)