Employment Specialist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

We are recruiting an experienced Employment Specialist. They will provide full life cycle recruiting support, and clerical support, and assist with recruitment and record maintenance. This position requires a high degree of organization, accuracy, excellent communication skills, resolving delays, and escalating issues, as needed to ensure a timely and smooth process for candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers.

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Interact with candidates, contributing a positive candidate experience and first impression, and as an ambassador of the company
Assist with the full-cycle recruiting process
Schedule interviews and manage related communications with hiring managers and candidates
Post jobs to various job boards and social media sites
Initiate communication and status change of candidates that are not selected
Review job descriptions to ensure consistency with our talent acquisition standards
- Complete post-acceptance administrative tasks related to resumes and transition emails to the hiring manager
- Assist with scheduling recruiting events, career fairs, and booking travel; attend as needed
- Provide other administrative support as needed

Requirements & Skills 1

High School diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Experience in coordination and scheduling, with experience in Employment Specialists, is strongly preferred.
Must work well under pressure and be able to maintain composure and a positive outlook even when dealing with adversity
Articulate and proactive with excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
Strong understanding of technology and experience using online systems, social media, and other tools, with experience using Applicant Tracking systems preferred
Detail-oriented
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks while managing time efficiently and meeting tight deadlines
- Basic analytical skills with the ability to assess and present key data.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems with minimal direction and make decisions with confidence.

Job summary 2

The Employment Specialist is responsible for the coordination, development, planning, outreach, assessment, and evaluation of the employment programs, primarily Waiver Employment Services, and is ex,pected to promote vocational and employment employment-oriented individuals with challenged lives seeking services through the Company. This includes developing and implementing program standards, collaborating with other employment services staff, ensuring contract compliance, and performing operations necessary to support the program. The Employment Specialist fosters relationships with employers to secure or maintain jobs for program participants and works with the direct support staff to ensure that program participants are able their job duties and empowered are to reach their career goals.

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Requirements & Skills 2

Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, or human services from an accredited college or university; OR Bachelor’s degree in another field from an accredited college or university and four years of progressively responsible work experience teaching individuals with disabilities.
Experience: Two years of progressively responsible paid work teaching individuals with disabilities.
- Clearance/Certification: Must maintain the following clearances/certification: 1) annual TB clearance, 2) current First Aid and CPR Certification (Obtain on the job), 3) Criminal Background check, 4) Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, 5) Child Protective Service check/Adult Protective Service check, 6) Fieldprint Fingerprinting, 7) List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE)
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract with access to an insured vehicle.
- Experience: supervisory or management, person-centered planning approach, vocational assessments and tools, behavior, and job coaching and management.

Job summary 3

An Employment Specialist I's primary role is to provide assists with disabilities to obtain and maintain competitive employment in normal community settings. Employment specialists conduct all phases of vocational services including engagement, assessment, job search, job development, and job support.

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Knowledge normally acquired by a Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology or related d discipline, and/or 1+ years of direct job relate job-related.
Skills suf skills to interact effectively with persons who have psychiatric disabilities in order wrongful participate.
Skills and knowledge in performing supported employment activities including identifying and negotiating potential jobs, getting clients integrated into jobs, providing job coaching assistance, and client advocacy with employers and clients.
Ability to work autonomously with demonstrated creativity, initiative, and commitment.
Knowledge of policies and procedures and the ability to follow them.
Must possess a valid Maryland driver's license, with 3 or fewer points, and a safe driving record. Will require the use of own vehicle.
- Completion of CPR, infection control, aggression management, first aid training, and other, required training trainingenance of certifications in all.
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Must be flexible, punctual, and available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as necessary.

Job summary 4

The Employment Specialist assists newly arrived refugees and other qualified immigrants to attain self-sufficiency through employment by guiding them through employment preparation, coordinating job placements, and other career advancement services.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Conduct intake, assessment and provide program orientation to clients eligible for employment services. Develop comprehensive employment plans and budget strategies for each employable adult. Provide job readiness and job search coaching and connect clients with job opportunities.
Develop and cultivate long-term long-terms with area employers and staffing agencies to identify appropriate employment opportunities for clients.
Assist clients and employers as necessary with post-placement issues and continuing employment needs.
Monitor client job performance, wage levels, and related metrics.
Detail each client interaction by program requirements. Input client information in the database(the) and assist with tracking and reporting as needed.
Collaborate effectively with coworkers and partner organizations. Build and maintain relationships with area service providers for the benefit of clients.
- Use personal, insured vehicles and anvehiclesblic transportation (where available) to travel and transport clients and materials as needed throughout the service delivery area.
- May train and lead the activities of support staff, volunteers, and interns.
- Other duties as assigned.

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Job summary 5

The Employment Specialist provides employment support to adults and youth in a community setting which supports the interests and needs of individuals, often with disabilities, including intellectual disabilities.

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Requirements & Skills 5

A high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least two (2) years of work experience providing community support to people with disabilities.
Appropriate additional education may be considered instead of the required experience.
Marketing and or sales experience preferred. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Job summary 6

The Employment Specialist should be a people person with exceptional interpersonal skills. The Employment Specialist oversees the recruitment process from beginning to end include including guidance to hiring managers to ensure postings, screenings, interviews, and select, things are done by laws and other regulations.

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Requirements & Skills 6

Bachelor's degree (degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, or related field of study preferred) OR four years of human resources experience or administrative experience.
Knowledge required of principles of Human Resource management. Working knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with an applicant tracking system (ATS) preferred. (Hyrell is currently used.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and advanced interpersonal skills.
- Good organizational skills.

Job summary 7

The Employment Specialist provides primary support to employment functions, including the application, screening, selection, hiring, and orientation processes.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Provide support to the hiring process in applicant tracking, applicant screening and processing, and file preparation following established procedures
Facilitate orientation and educational sessions for new onboarding employees
Prepare recruitment materials and attend recruitment events, job fairs, and other related community events as a representative of the company
- Process background checks and verification of certifications and licensure
- Respond to the requests from potential candidates regarding an explanation of the application and selection process
- Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, with attention to details

Requirements & Skills 7

High school graduate or equivalent required
Post-secondary education in Business, Human Resources, or another related field or related work experience is preferred
HRCI or SHRM certification preferred

Job summary 8

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Employment Specialist networks to establish and maintain activities to develop, locate, and secure job openings for participants in training programs.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Develop and maintain successful relationships with employers to seek new career opportunities for participants and influence the retention and success of participants.
Collaborate with program staff to ensure successful job recruitment, selection and refer,ral of participants, and implement strategies to assess the abilities and barriers to the employment of participants to move them to self-sufficiency.
Pre-screen participants for work-ready status in the areas of initial screenings, career assessments, educational testing, and/or to, appropriate assessments and place qualified participants for employment opportunities with employers.
Develop, review, and edit, participant resumes and mock interviews on a digital platform to ensure participants are prepared for job interviews and conduct follow-up assessments.
Collaborate with program staff to develop strategies to engage alumni participants.
- Develop and facilitate jobs clubs, info sessions, employer councils, and hiring fairs.
- Participate in intake and assessment processes as required, including panel interviews.
- Meet monthly career development placement goals.

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Job summary 9

The Employment Specialist provides employment assistance to individuals and families to achieve economic stability and security.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Assist with identifying career strengths and potential
Provide employment preparation services in workshops as well as individually, including resume building, interviewing skills, interview etiquette, etc.
Able to work with high-risk, high-need clients
Assist with job retention activities by providing information both to individuals and in a group setting on topics such as conflict-conflict resolution-making, and problem-solving
Conduct education/employment assessment on clients; assist clients as needed in attaining education/training goals
Document activities per program policies and as directed by supervisor; maintain employment assessment and other client forms as indicated
- Follow all policies and procedures regarding the agency including confidentiality
- Maintain accurate records of client jobs attained and new employer partnerships
- Follow agency policies regarding expenditures.

Requirements & Skills 9

Bachelor’s Degree in human services, criminal justice, business, or a related field with three to five years expyearse or Master’s Degree in human services, criminal justice, business, or a related field.
- Must demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Must have good sound judgment and reasoning ability/skills; problem-solving and conflict resolution skills; knowledge of computers and software programs; ability to interact positively with peers, referral sources, other agencies, and community partners; ability to work with diverse populations including those with a criminal record.
- Must be able to handle multiple demands and priorities and have excellent time management skills.

Job summary 10

We are looking for an Employment Specialist.

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Associates degree
Driver’s License that meets agency policy.
Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.
- Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and climb, ing.
- Ability to lift and transfer individuals manually and mechanically as required by prescribed program/plan.
- Ability to move, reposition, and place individuals in pieces of equipment.

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