Employment Specialist / ** Up to $1500 Retention Bonus **

About the role

• 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 & Requirements

• 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

Perks/Benefits to Working With Us

• Starting wage: $23/hour
• Full wage scale: $23.00 per hour - $25.65 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)
• Full-Time Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, daytime hours with flexibility needed for some nights and weekends
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for full-time employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO)
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck- early pay access
• Paid Training and Orientation

Additional Information

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• 11/2