Employment Specialist

Organization

Cornerstone Connections is strengthening families and communities. We are

helping individuals and families in need with programs, services, resources, and

support that will enable them to obtain a solid and sustainable quality of life. When

lives are improved, hope is restored, healing begins, and communities can grow

stronger. Cornerstone Connections works with non-custodial parents who have

child support cases in Florida. We address barriers to employment, support, train

individuals and place them into a sustainable job for retention. Cornerstone

utilizes whole family engagement to build strong parental/child relationships.

Employment- Job Readiness Program

The Cornerstone Connections Employment and Job Readiness Program is a

program funded by Orange County on behalf of its Citizens’ Commission for

Children Division in support of Engelwood Neighborhood Center for Families

(NCF). The Employment Connections program provides five days per week, year-

round job search counseling services, to Orange County residents age 18 years

and older. It is designed to address participants’ barriers and prepares them to explore

employment opportunities.

Job Description

The Employment Specialist is responsible for the coordination and implementation

of daily activities in the program. Individual helps participants prepare to obtain or

maintain employment. This position provides but is not limited to job readiness,

education/training, career coaching, job search assistance, resume development,

case management and supportive services designed to enhance the participants’

job readiness skills and their ability to become job-ready and/or employed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Conduct eligibility screenings and complete participants enrollment
• Conduct assessments to determine skills and barriers to employment
• Develop an individual employment and career action plan
• Assist in identifying employment needs, career paths and vocational goals
• Provide educational training, workshops sessions, and activities
• Helps identify and connect participants with resources and services to alleviate barriers to employment and overall, well-being
• Conduct and document follow-up, monitor participant progress
• Maintain accurate case notes and files as required - paper and CRM (Salesforce)
• Prepare monthly reports based on caseload
• Conduct outreach activities and build relationships with local community
• Partner to increase program awareness, employment resources and services to participants.
• Attend agency meetings and trainings as required
• Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by leadership as pertains toprogram

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Problem-solving and time-management skills
• Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English
• Strong case management, record keeping, and outcome tracking skills
• Experience career coaching, job readiness skills, education or training
• Digital/computer literacy, scheduling, data entry, reporting
• Team player and self-starter
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships, and fostering a sense of community among participants.
• Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of Employment Processes: Knowledge of job markets and employment strategies, including negotiation and partnership building.
• Technological Proficiency: Competence in using computers and relevant applications to support team and program success.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively
• Independence and Initiative: Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision.
• Adaptability: Flexible, reliable, and capable of adjusting to changing circumstances.
• Organizational Skills: Strong planning and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.

Additional Information:

• Location: Orange County, Florida
• Type: Full-time (40 hours) Non-Exempt
• Benefits: Dental, Vision, 401k, Perks, Company Paid Life Insurance
• Salary: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour

Cornerstone Connections is an equal opportunity employer and has strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion. Cornerstone Connections is a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status. A formal background check will be conducted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Fluent English & Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21