Employment Specialist

Community Solutions Inc; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Leave

Floating Holidays

Medical & Dental

Vision Insurance

FSA

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance & AD&D

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Job summary

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is seeking an Employment Specialist for the Day Reporting Center in Santa Maria, CA. The role partners with clients on parole to develop personalized employment plans, coach online job search, and connect resources.

Salary is $27.25 per hour; hours are M/T 12pm-8pm and W/Th/F 9am-5pm. Bachelor's degree and 3 years’ experience required; valid driver’s license and MS Office skills needed. CSI offers benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity with local job development and employment resources is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to assess needs and create individualized employment plans with clear, measurable outcomes.
• Coach clients in using online job search tools and connect them with employment resources.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive list of local job training programs, education centers, and employment services.
• Develop strong relationships with local schools, alternative education centers, and the Department of Labor Services.
• Provide individual case management as needed.
• Maintain an organized caseload and client files while ensuring confidentiality.
• Stay informed about CSI’s programs, policies, and procedures to offer clients the best possible support.
• Contribute to the overall success of the DRC by performing other tasks as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Client coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 3+ yrs exp

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Mission to Make a Lasting Impact!Job Title: Employment SpecialistLocation: Santa Maria, CAWork Hours: M/T 12pm-8p, W/TH/F 9am-5pmPay Rate: $27.25 per hourCompany OverviewCommunity Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting responsible citizenship, accountability, and the well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems. Since 1962, CSI has pioneered community-based services that deliver supervision, treatment, and individualized support, empowering clients to reintegrate successfully into society. From establishing the first halfway house in New England to expanding to almost 50 programs in 9 states, CSI remains at the forefront of social change, serving thousands of adults, youth, and families each year. For more information, visit www.csi-online.org.About the RoleWe are looking for a passionate and driven Employment Specialist to join our team at the Day Reporting Center (DRC) in Santa Maria, CA. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in helping individuals on parole successfully reenter society. Our DRCs provide community-based alternatives to incarceration, where clients work closely with case managers and employment specialists to develop meaningful goals and make positive changes in their lives.If you are someone who believes in second chances and wants to help others achieve their potential, this role is for you!What You’ll DoAs an Employment Specialist, you will:Collaborate with clients to assess their needs and create individualized employment plans with clear, measurable outcomes.Coach clients in using online job search tools and connect them with employment resources.Build and maintain a comprehensive list of local job training programs, education centers, and employment services.Develop strong relationships with local schools, alternative education centers, and the Department of Labor Services.Provide individual case management as neededMaintain an organized caseload and client files while ensuring confidentiality.Stay informed about CSI’s programs, policies, and procedures to offer clients the best possible support.Contribute to the overall success of the DRC by performing other tasks as needed.What You BringBachelor’s degree with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.Familiarity with local job development and employment resources is a plus.A valid driver’s license is required.Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).BenefitsVacation: 2 weeks in the first year, 3 weeks after 1 year of service.Sick Leave: 7 days per year.Floating Holidays: 4 days per year.Comprehensive Medical and Dental plans.Voluntary vision, FSA, short-term disability, accident, hospital, life insurance, and AD&D options.401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 4% of your contribution.Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of service.Ongoing professional development and training.Why Join CSI?At CSI, you’ll be part of a compassionate and forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting long-term community safety. As an Employment Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals as they work toward independence and stability after incarceration. If you are passionate about social justice, believe in people’s potential for growth, and want to be part of a team creating lasting change, this is the perfect role for you.Apply Today!Join us in empowering individuals to rebuild their lives. Be part of the change—become an Employment Specialist at CSI.CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disability/Vet. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.