Employment Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $23/hour

Full range $23–$25.65/hour with future

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) with up to 3% match

Paid time off (PTO)

Growth opportunities

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

HSA/Flex spending

Paid training & orientation

Job summary

Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, seeks an in-office Employment Specialist to support client-driven case management and employment services in the Olympia area. Daily on-site work and community outreach are required.

Responsibilities include assessing eligibility, aligning client goals with employer matches, documenting progress, and building partnerships with community providers. Strong communication, scheduling flexibility, and drive are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; preference for a Bachelor's in social services.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• 1 year related experience in employment services or training.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a vehicle.
• Self-starter with strong time management and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of DDA and DVR.
• Conduct assessments and interviews to determine eligibility.
• Identify clients’ employment goals and potential matches.
• Document care and follow support plans; collaborate with team.
• Assist clients to grow their career and obtain employment.
• Help clients achieve wages at or above minimum wage.
• Provide ongoing employment-related skills development.
• Document progress toward goals and maintain records.
• Build community partnerships with providers and employers.
• Represent Compass at meetings and events.
• Attend internal and external meetings.
• Travel within the area and provide transportation to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Tech savvy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred (social services)

Tools

MS Office

Zoom

Job 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, some of which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment.

Please note that this role is not remote and will involve daily in-office work and community outreach.

Company Perks/Benefits

• Starting Wage: $23/hour
• Full Range Scale: $23 per hour- $25.65per 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.
• Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
• 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.
• Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills.
• Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage.
• Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
• Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment/ 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.
• Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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.

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