Employment Vocational Specialist (48148)

POSITION SUMMARY :

Responsible for screening and assessing vocational and training needs for participants. Will work to enhance vocational readiness skills, identify employment opportunities, and assist participants in obtaining a GED and other vocational training as requested. The position also involves providing hands-on support to clients as they complete computer-based tasks such as GED preparation, job searches, resume development, and online job applications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Prepare lesson plans, administer interest inventories and other appropriate testing / screening / assessment tools, and instruct adults in vocational skills, including interviewing, resume writing, work behaviors, work skills, etc.
• Evaluate and monitor clients’ vocational / occupational skills performance.
• Support clients in securing and maintaining employment, including assistance with online job searches.
• Assist clients with disabilities who are unable to work identify and obtain suitable volunteer opportunities.
• Provide one-on-one support to clients with limited computer skills to help them research available job openings online.
• Work with outside agencies, local businesses, and schools to coordinate further training for job placement.
• Work with employers, Chamber of Commerce, Vocational Rehabilitation, and other groups to develop appropriate community employment positions.
• Complete documentation of services on provided from in a timely manner.
• Provide input into the client’s treatment service need and disposition.
• Assist all other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required :

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

WORKING CONDITIONS :

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon

successful completion of a pre-employment drug test,

pre-employment physical and criminal background check.