Employment Specialist

Compass Career Solutions; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage $21.50/hour

Full range $21.50–$23.95/hour

Paid training and orientation

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

401 K with employer match

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Compass Career Solutions in Washington State is seeking an Employment Services Specialist to conduct client assessments, determine eligibility for employment services, and document progress. This in-person role requires strong reading, writing, and communication skills to coordinate with internal and external teams.

You will support clients toward independent employment, build community partnerships, attend meetings, travel within the area, and participate in training.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED; preference for a Bachelor's in social services.
• Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills to document care and follow support plans.
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and interviews to determine eligibility for employment services.
• Document data and notes on progress toward goals and barriers to employment.
• Build and maintain community partnerships with service providers and employers.
• Represent Compass at meetings and community events; travel within the area to assist clients.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Self-starter

Flexible schedule

Technology savvy

CPR/First Aid

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in social services (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Android devices

Job description

Company Description

Compass Career Solutions,sister company to Dungarvin,strives to be the provider of choice for services that are personalized and enrich people's lives. Our Employment team is responsible for providing client-driven case management services, which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses.

Please note this role is not remote and requires in person attendance.

Company Perks/Benefits:

• Wage: $21.50/hour
• Full Range Scale $21.50 per hour- $23.95per hour(Future increases within the posted range are based on tenure and performance per Compass compensation guidelines. The pay scale provided for this position is based on title and geographical location)
• Schedule:Monday-Friday daytime hours with flexibility needed for some nights and weekends
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for eligible employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employees
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck- early pay access
• PAID training and orientation

Job Description

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation)
• Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility for employment services.
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
• Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
• Provide ongoing support to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
• Assist clients in furthering their career growth and skill building.
• Document data and notes on the individual’s progress toward goals on barriers to employment and in their service plans.
• Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers.
• Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
• Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
• Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
• Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• One-year related experience and/or training working with people in crisis, specifically in employment services.
• A valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a vehicle insured for you as a driver are required
• Self-starter, excellent time management skills, and proactive problem solver
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Technology savvy - Especially Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom. PC and Android devices.
• Goodcommunicationis key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, andcommunicationskills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
• Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Compass is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.