Senior Employment Specialist — Empowering Pathways to Work

ODYSSEY LEARNING CENTER INC; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ODYSSEY LEARNING CENTER INC in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Senior Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities and other employment barriers. This role involves direct client engagement, advocacy, job readiness training, and employment placement across office, remote, and field settings.

You will collaborate with partners to empower clients toward independence and meaningful work, while ensuring accurate documentation, timely updates, and compliance with program requirements.

Qualifications

• Education/experience requirements: HS diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Client Support & Advocacy: build relationships, understand needs, support employment placements.
• Career Coaching & Job Readiness: assist with resume writing, applications, interviews.
• On-the-Job Support: provide coaching and workplace navigation.
• Case Management & Documentation: maintain case notes and progress reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Advocacy

Organization

Case management

Microsoft Office

Time management

Confidentiality

Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

ODYSSEY LEARNING CENTER INC in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Senior Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities and other employment barriers. This role involves direct client engagement, advocacy, job readiness training, and employment placement across office, remote, and field settings.

You will collaborate with partners to empower clients toward independence and meaningful work, while ensuring accurate documentation, timely updates, and compliance with program requirements.