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Salary $19.62 - $23.55 an hour
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Employment specialist at way finders, we light pathways and open doors to homes and communities where people thriveThe largest nonprofit housing provider in western massachusetts, way finders also specializes in housing counseling, financial and first-time homebuyer education, employment training, neighborhood revitalization, and a variety of other services throughout the regionThe need for way finders’ programs and services is great and continues to grow each yearWhether a person is experiencing a housing crisis, in need of rental assistance, or ready to purchase a first home, our housing centers provide a welcoming, accessible space for counseling, assistance, training and placement, and ongoing supportDuring our last fiscal year, way finders services impacted 52,000 men, women, and children in the regionStable housing is the platform upon which we work with our clients to help them meet their own goals and thriveAs families thrive, so do the communities in which they liveWay finders is a mission-oriented, nonprofit organization offering a fast-paced, professional work environment focused on achievementWe employ individuals with a strong commitment to excellence, collaborative nature, and the desire to make a differenceWe seek an employment specialist to facilitate successful enrollment into the employment support services program of participants who are experiencing homelessness, financial instability, housing instability, unemployment, or underemploymentThe employment support specialist helps participants navigate obstacles to employmentResponsibilities include:
Conduct assessments of client employment, skills and education needs, and other barriers to successful job placement and retention.
Identify the ready, willing, and able population for job placement to the agency`s job developer.
Obtaining and reviewing referrals.
Identify next steps for individuals in their job search; resume building, quick development of soft skills, assessment of skill level for job placement, referrals to training or education, and assistance with the application process for education, training, or employment.
Follow up with program participants on retention for job placements for the contractual duration.
Develop and review employment plans with clientsDevelop and implement goals that address identified needs and maximize self-sufficiency through employment.
Develop partnerships and coordinate with internal and external service providers to ensure comprehensive and seamless service delivery.
Maintain complete and accurate case files promptly.
Collect and share information on available employment and workforce development services and resources.
Transport clients to appointments as appropriate.
Provide technical guidance, training, and assistance to other program staff on program guidelines, processes, resource availability, and the resolution of involved or complex matters.
Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal staff and departments, community groups, funding sources, and other workforce development agencies or community agencies to achieve goals.
Enter and oversee essential tracking and coordination of required program documents.
Proactively identify and inform program management of any issues that may adversely affect the department or organization.
Hiring requirements/preferences:
Bachelor’s degree (4 years of college) in relevant subject matter such as social services or public administration or equivalent experience
3 years experience in housing or social services case management
Ability to organize and prioritize
Able to effectively communicate with all levels of internal staff and external clients and constituents
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
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Bilingual (spanish/english) preferred
Working knowledge of pc-based computer software
Able to work remotely
The wage range for this position is $19.62 – $23.55/hour, depending on education and experienceInterested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter; applications accepted until the position is filledCori/mvrWay finders is an equal opportunity employer that seeks a diverse staff to reflect our community and those we serveQualified individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to applyThis position is available to all regarding race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or veteran statusWe provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals.
