What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at Strive Northwest?
Overview
Position is responsible for job discovery, assessment, prep, marketing, development, coaching, and retention activities for participants in Individual Employment with the goal of finding meaningful employment. Positions is also responsible for discovery, community participation, skill development and coordination for participants in Community Inclusion with the aim to connect them to community activities which provide opportunities to develop relationships and to learn, practice and apply skills for greater independence and inclusion..
Responsibilities
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- Job Coaching
- Case Management
- Administrative and Agency Responsibilities: Empathy and understanding
Skills
- Clear communication skills
- Knowledge of disabilities and their impact on employment
- Job development and matching
- Assessment abilities
- Problem-solving skills
- Advocacy for individuals' rights and needs
- Resourcefulness in accessing community supports
- Collaboration with employers and stakeholders
- Patience and persistence
- Cultural competence
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Ethical conduct
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30