What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supported Employment Specialist position at Team Georgia Careers?
Job Summary
Provides career development and assessment services, job-training assistance, and/or other employment-related services. Conducts interviews with job, program or unemployment applicants to obtain the information needed to provide services.
General Duties & Responsibilities
Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas
Demonstrates the use of job listings to assist clients with skill building
Develops, conducts and/or coordinates workshops and presentations to applicants on job readiness or the most current job search techniques
Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with local employers to develop opportunities for clients
Evaluates application information and determines initial or ongoing program eligibility
Performs job counseling with applicants to identify their abilities, needs, interest, and values in relation to job and career opportunities
Provides career development and assessment services to clients for the purpose of matching their application skills sets to vacancies
Refers applicant to services such as counseling, literacy, or language instruction, transportation assistance, and childcare
Salary : $30,000 - $35,000