Employment Specialist

MERS Goodwill; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an energetic Employment Specialist to join their Juvenile Employment team. This role is pivotal in changing lives through the power of work, focusing on building relationships with employers and assisting participants in job seeking skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, achieving placement and retention goals while making a positive impact in the community. With immediate medical benefits and flexible schedules, this opportunity offers a chance to grow professionally while contributing to a meaningful mission.

Benefits

Immediate medical benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance

403(B) Retirement

PTO

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience in social services and/or sales is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and develop individual employment plans.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and provide updates.
• Assist participants in developing job seeking skills.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Relationship building with area employers

Job seeking skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in social services or sales

Job description

Employment Specialist

MERS/Missouri Goodwill Industries is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and professional Employment Specialist to join our DYS - Juvenile Employment team. Our mission is "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and we value diversity, integrity, passion, professionalism, respect, and responsibility.

If you are looking for a role that allows you to achieve new goals while making a positive impact, this opportunity is for you.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree and experience in social services and/or sales preferred.
• Ability to work well with people and develop relationships with area employers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and current insurance.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Review referral information, establish professional relationships, conduct intake interviews, and develop individual employment plans.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and provide updates on participant activities.
• Use community resources and local job market information to develop employer contacts and secure employment opportunities.
• Complete agency paperwork promptly, maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist participants in developing job seeking skills, including interview preparation, application processes, resume writing, and job retention.
• Make employer contacts in the community through cold calls and visits, educating about MERS Goodwill programs and services.
• Provide retention services post-placement through employer and participant follow-up.
• Achieve and maintain a minimum of 75% 90-day retention rate and 75% placement rate.
• Average at least 3 placements per month.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Immediate medical benefits for full-time employees working 30+ hours/week.
• Dental and vision benefits starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 20+ hours/week.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, 403(B) Retirement, PTO, paid holidays, and flexible schedules are available.

MERS Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other protected categories. Background and record checks are required upon employment.