Employment Specialist at Dungarvin

Kennewick, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

23.95

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Client-Driven Services, Barrier Identification, DDA Knowledge, DVR Knowledge, Assessment, Interviewing, Communication, Documentation, Support Plan Following, Collaboration, Career Growth Assistance, Employment Goal Setting, Soft Skills Development, Hard Skills Development, Community Partnerships

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Company Description Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, strives to be the provider of choice for services that are personalized and enrich people's lives. Our Employment team is responsible for providing client-driven case management services some of which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment. Please note that this role is not remote and will involve daily in-office work and community outreach. Company Perks/Benefits: Wage: $21.50/hour Full Range Scale $21.50 per hour - $23.95 per hour (Future increases within the posted range are based on tenure and performance per Compass compensation guidelines. The pay scale provided for this position is based on title and geographical location) Schedule: Monday-Friday daytime hours with flexibility needed for some nights and weekends Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees Supplemental Insurance Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees Pet Insurance Life Insurance for eligible employees 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match for eligible employees PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees Growth and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program National Brand Discounts Tapcheck- early pay access PAID training and orientation Job Description Maintain an in-depth knowledge of DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) and DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility. Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members. Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs. Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills. Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage. Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment. Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment/ service plans. Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers. Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community. Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings. Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed. Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field. Must be at least 21 years of age. One-year related experience and/or training working with people in crisis, specifically in employment services. A valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation Self-starter, excellent time management skills, and proactive problem solver Ability to work a flexible schedule Technology savvy - Especially Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom. PC and Android devices. Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Bilingual preferred Additional Information Compass and Dungarvin believe that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. #EMWIJ 2/3

Responsibilities

The Employment Specialist will provide client-driven case management, including identifying barriers to employment and assisting clients in obtaining gainful employment at or above minimum wage. This involves conducting assessments, maintaining knowledge of DDA/DVR regulations, and providing ongoing soft and hard skills development to ensure job retention.