What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at Compass Career Solutions?
Job Description
- Maintain knowledge of Foundational Community Supports (FCS) and Aging and Long Term Support Administration (ALTSA) eligibility
- 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.
- 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.
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Additional Information
Compass believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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