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Swords to Plowshares

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer Sponsored Medical & Dental

Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Swords to Plowshares is seeking an Employment Specialist to recruit, enroll, and provide job placement assistance to veterans in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role includes developing employment plans, delivering supportive services, and coordinating with employers to meet contract goals.

Qualifications include a BA/BS in social work or behavioral sciences and 4–5 years in vocational counseling or case management.

Qualifications

Five (4-5) years of experience providing vocational and/or pre-employment counseling and case management in a multi-service setting.
Translatable military experience and skills may be substituted
Knowledge of federal and state government employment programs a plus
Ability to meet multiple deadlines while maintaining professionalism
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Assess and counsel veterans for job readiness
Develop Individual Employment Plans (IEP) with veteran clients to assess barriers to employment
Determine client eligibility for federal/state employment and training programs
Maintain veteran participant caseload and make referrals to additional services as appropriate
Provide job placement assistance including resume development, job search, and interview techniques
Coordinate with employers for job placement and training programs
Maintain client files and documentation in a timely manner
Collaborate with Program Managers on special projects