3 Employment Support Specialist - Health and Human Services (0823) Jobs in Flagstaff, AZ
Coconino County, AZ is Hiring an Employment Support Specialist - Health and Human Services (0823) Near Flagstaff, AZ
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
Under general supervision performs professional work of moderate difficulty in training activities and plans, client assessment, mentoring, counseling; performs related work as assigned.
- Conducts interviews and assessments to determine participant training needs, job readiness, and suitability and makes referrals as necessary
- Provides training in job skills, job search methods, and plans job training programs
- Teaches and/or trains participants in an individual or group setting
- Provides comprehensive case management, career counseling, and direction to participants
- Serves as advocate for cooperative case management with agencies involved in training or workforce-related community outreach programs
- Prepares and maintains physical and electronic file records and reports, and documents participant progress
- Makes recommendations for expenditures of funds and procures approved expenditures
- Assists employers and training partners in identifying needs
- Implements programs and services to address identified needs
- Assists in grant writing and development
- Represents the Career Center at a variety of meetings and sessions, prepares and provides presentations regarding initiatives, projects, development sites, and related activities
- Assists with the planning and development of marketing materials
- Provide itinerant services in remote locations
- Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in related field and one year of relevant experience; OR
Associate's degree in related field and two years of relevant experience; OR
Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
The ideal candidate will be able to conduct and manage employer outreach activities designed to connect employers with job seekers for employment opportunities, and conduct and manage community outreach events, develop presentations, and attend meetings as assigned. Based on experience, this individual may be requested to manage the work-based learning program and serve as the liaison between Career Services and the Coconino County Workforce Board Business Services Staff. Experience in developing programs and managing successful outcomes.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be eligible to obtain Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card and maintain it throughout employment, persons convicted of a felony are not eligible to be employed as childcare workers in the State of Arizona. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Some positions may include high school curriculum teaching/instruction duties. Candidates seeking assignments which include high school curriculum teaching/instruction are required to possess an Arizona Standard Teaching Certificate –Secondary.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with working with employers. Experience with creating presentations and outreach materials. Experience with public speaking. Experience with case management.
Experience with the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA). Knowledge of community resources in Coconino County. Knowledge of Coconino County communities and its diverse cultures. Knowledge or skills in transformational leadership.
This position is safety sensitive.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
Considerable knowledge of:
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to develop and execute professional public presentations
- Development of marketing and public relations materials
- Principals, practices, and techniques of case management and social work
- Culturally diverse populations and low-income individuals
- Labor markets, economic development, and employment practices
- Assessment devices
- Grant funded programs
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Establish and maintain working relationship with employees, other agencies, and the public
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Interact and work with a culturally diverse population as well as youth and adult participants
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
Elective Coverage
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability
Job Summary
Full Time
$65k-81k (estimate)
08/19/2023
07/05/2024
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