Employment & Resource Specialist

Responsible for the service delivery of the Goodwill Career Center program. Provides and continues supportive services for the Career Center Specialist and clients in need of services.

(E) – Essential function of job duties

• Provides support for Career Center Specialist. (E)
• Assists and/or provides intake, assessment & training skills development for Career Center clients and participants. (E)
• Assists with building partnerships with local agencies and organizations. (E)
• Helps maintain relationships and is knowledgeable of programs and opportunities with local employers to assist program participants in securing and maintaining employment
• Develop an Individualized Employment Plan (IEP) for each client, including goals and objectives to achievegainful employment. (E)
• Assign tasks, offer resources, and connects clients to other organizations in accordance with client’s IEP recommendations. (E)
• Document all tasks and services completed with client in agency’s online database. (E)
• Maintain site data for reporting program numbers. (E)
• Effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.
• Promotes professionalism inside and outside of the organization.
• Communicate professionally and positively with co-workers, vendors and others.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Valid Texas Drivers License and good driving record
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Exercise sound judgment and follow-through on assignments independently and as a team player.
• Excellent human relations and oral/written communication skills
• Strong resume writing skills
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills
• Demonstrate ability to motivate, train, and effectively relate to individuals who have disabilities or other barriers to employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Abilene, TX 79603 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Abilene, TX 79603: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $18