Employment Specialist/Job Coach Hybrid

Employment Specialist/Job Coach Hybrid Wedco Employment Center Inc. Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $20 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Working with individuals with disabilities Customer service Computer literacy Writing skills High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Productivity software Time management Full Job Description Overview Do you want to help change lives and grow your social responsibility? As an Employment Specialist II you will join an organization that places top priority on a positive company culture and one that has been making a difference in the lives of clients and in the community for over 29 years.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

Working with clients with disabilities referred to us from Behavioral Health clinics, an Employee Specialist II assists our clients to reach their vocational goal through a variety of programs that ultimately results in employment. You will also play an invaluable role in serving, coaching, and learning from a diverse population of individuals with disabilities in various employment settings. This includes observing and assisting individuals/clients with disabilities while they work thereby helping them to become self-sufficient in their employment. Clients' ages range from youth soon to graduate high school to all ages of adults. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meet individually with all clients assigned on caseload for employment search assistance and training
• Assist with job readiness skills i.e., resume writing, master application, interview skills and applying for positions
• Identify employment opportunities and employer contacts
• Assist with securing interviews for clients based on client's goal
• Assist clients to maintain employment
• Meet clients at their place of work or training internship out in the community
• Daily driving between clients
• Assist clients in identifying their professional strengths and challenges
• Provide and share supportive and constructive feedback to clients
• Demonstrate and model professional and ethical employment behaviors
• Write clear, objective, and detailed case notes documenting your coaching, feedback, and client responses, meet documentation deadlines
• Maintain frequent and open communication with management and fellow team members to ensure the highest quality of customer service possible

Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED required Two years' experience working with individuals with disabilities required Professional work ethic and business casual dress Flexibility with schedule to meet client's needs at different locations Problem solving/analytical skills Strong time management skills Ability to meet deadlines Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet a must Reliable access to computer and internet Good written and oral communication skills Reliable transportation Must pass background check and be able to obtain a fingerprint clearance card Current driver's license, insurance, and registration Must have cell phone

Job Type:

Full-time Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Salary:

$20.00 per hour with paid travel time between clients and paid admin time while completing documentation.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 34 - 40 per week

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person