Employment Training Specialist at EL CONCILIO CALIFORNIA

Manteca, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Career Guidance, Client Assessment, Documentation, Community Resources, Communication, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Cultural Competence, Time Management, Ethics, Dependability, Initiative, Bilingual Skills, Organizational Skills, Client Support

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: 115 - Manteca CalWORKs - Manteca, CA 95336 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Under supervision of the CalWORKs Employment Training Supervisor, the Employment Training Specialist (ETS) will provide case management to all clients referred through Human Services Agency. The ETS will determine clients' initial and continued eligibility for public assistance and employment programs. This position will assist clients develop goals towards self-sufficiency, identify, analyze and address social problems and barriers to employment. Other duties will include monitoring client progress through various programs, evaluate specific needs, and provide additional assistance as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Adheres to all El Concilio California Policies and Procedures. Become familiar with CalSAWS county wide database for program related purposes. ETS must maintain a caseload of a minimum of 130 clients. Interviews clients to determine suitability for employment training programs and job openings Provides career guidance and counseling following the completion of a thorough individual assessment Collaboratively develops an individualized Employment Services Plans with participants, implements this plan and evaluates its success over time. Maintain accurate database and/or documentation, as it relates to clients and partnering agencies. Maintain, update and file appropriate documents in physical and electronic file including correct written usage of Standard English. Accurately complete required reporting forms and forward to supervisor by dates specified. Develops and maintain ongoing resources and professional relationships within the community Refers participants to appropriate agencies for specialized services and/or counseling; Maintains records and files; and schedules appointments. Makes appropriate cause determinations on non-participating clients; monitors clients in good cause status; completes adequate and timely notices of action; encourages clients to conciliate; authorizes sanction of clients who fail to conciliate May take part in promotion and outreach activities to disseminate information about the program May conduct orientations, workshops, and classroom training sessions in other employability areas such as job search and job skills; may assist clients developing resumes and preparing for interviews. Keep office assistant and supervisors informed of daily/weekly schedule, including changes and/or modifications, utilization of pam system. Placing clients in jobs and/or appropriate activities according to CalWORKs policies and procedures. Attend all meetings and/or trainings as required. Orient and assist new case managers as needed. Ability to effectively communicate with staff, supervisor and clients. Required to work all El Concilio California special events as needed. Other Duties as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or administrative staff. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with or without accommodation satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, an/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 18 years of age or valid work permit. Must undergo and pass criminal background check Reliable transportation or personal vehicle is highly preferred. Must be able to handle a high volume of documentation and task completion in a timely manner. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with management, staff, and program participants. Maintain acceptable work habits such as attendance, punctuality, time management, team work, etc. Understand and work effectively with diverse cultural and ethnic groups. Must complete and pass criminal background check. Maintain confidentiality of all oral and written communication. Ethics-Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Initiative-Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Dependability- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Language: communicate clearly; read and write in English language is required. Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or related discipline with 1-3 years as an Eligibility Worker II, EEDD Intake and Referral Specialist II or comparable position in San Joaquin County is highly preferred; or 60 semester units from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in psychology, sociology, counseling, vocational training, education, or related field, and 2-4 years of case management experience is required in lieu of a degree. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Driver’s License Up to date automobile insurance Successful completion of Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Successful completion of Workplace Violence Prevention Training Successful completion of HIPAA Training PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, and kneel for long periods. The employee frequently is required to walk, drive, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to bend, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, stoop and lift, and move up to 25 pounds. The employee will occasionally load and unload program items from personal vehicle. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate noise level. Primary work environment is an office setting, and public venues. The employee will occasionally be required to work outside in moderate weather. Projects and events can create a high-paced environment. Employees shall work in a non-hostile work environment. That is, the employee is expected not to engage in any activity that unreasonably interferes with performance of any other employee, such as harassment, unlawful discrimination or any other behavior that unduly demeans or intimidates another person. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, WORKPLACE DIVERSITY, AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION El Concilio California is an Equal opportunity Employer encouraging workforce diversity. All aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made for disabled applicants to participate in the application and examination process. Please advise Human Resources of special needs in advance of the application deadline and, if accepted for further testing, at least one week prior to the examination. The information herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

Responsibilities

The Employment Training Specialist will provide case management to clients, determining their eligibility for public assistance and employment programs. They will assist clients in developing goals towards self-sufficiency and monitor their progress through various programs.