Temporary Employment Consultant I Full Time

Join Tessera and make a difference! Tessera is :

A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Composed of a dynamic growing team of social entrepreneurs.

Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and in the District of Columbia workforce of over 1700 employees.

Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers.

Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program.

Location : Spokane Washington (In-person)

Type : Non-Exempt (Temporary)

Compensation : $22.79 - $30.48 per hour per hour (For this position we will be targeting a salary of $25.55 - $26.43 per hour.)

Work Schedule : Full-time Monday Friday 7 : 30 am 4 : 00pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs)

• Position is temporary and the needs of the position will be re-evaluated on or before June 30 2026.

As a Temporary Employment Consultant I youll Employment Consultants manage around 15-20 active clients by providing pre and post-employment services. They spend 78% of their time supporting clients either in the community or in the office. They use a person-centered approach to train coach and mentor clients toward making progress with their employment goals. Use creative thinking skills to develop relationships with local business owners and hiring managers. Employment Consultants must have excellent time management problem-solving and networking skills along with sales acumen and a professional level written and oral communication skills. Be self-directed with the ability to work independently and in a team and must be effective in the use of technology and systematically documenting in a detailed manner.

Work with individuals with disabilities to discover their interests for employment and prepare them for the job search

Assist in development of work skills; assess potential obstacles to employment and develop strategies to overcome them

Provide on-the-job and / or pre-employment training

Network with local businesses to create and develop employment opportunities

Self-manage create your own schedule and work independently to help clients secure and maintain competitive employment

Create imaginative job aids identify assistive technology and tools to help clients succeed

Document to show progress towards goals on the clients employment / service plan

Utilize the information management system to maintain client files case notes and billings in compliance with contract and program guidelines

Provide follow-up services to ensure proper support is provided for successful retention and career advancement of clients

Perform duties in compliance with Federal State and local laws rules regulations and guidelines governing equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination in the workplace

Prepare for and participate in external and internal audits

Maintain regular and consistent contact with clients employers and guardians

Establish and maintain effective positive relationships with clients employers internal departments referral sources external agencies and the public

Maintain confidentiality of all client information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and program rules

Operate Tessera provided vehicles or personal vehicles for job duties

Maintain professionalism when conducting business on behalf of Tessera

Competency with technology used to provide services remotely and ability to instruct clients on how to use technology to engage in services

Knowledge of community resources to refer clients to as needed

Conduct intakes vocational assessments observation & incident reports and create job development plans with clients to establish employment goals

Assist clients with job search activities such as resume building interviewing skills completing and submitting job applications

Accompany clients to job interviews when appropriate

Conduct evaluations of potential job sites for safety concerns and consult with employers on how to implement accommodations to address these concerns

Use creative thinking and problems solving skills to develop carved positions for clients

Provide training and consultations to employers and co-workers to enable them to support clients at their jobsite

Provide on-the-job supports training and coaching to clients at their job sites

Create facilitate and oversee Community Based Assessments

Provide monthly updates to stakeholder counselors regarding client progress

Attend continuing education trainings to stay current with trends in mental health and disability topics

Provide coverage for other team members as needed

Attend staff meetings and one-on-one mentoring meetings with CES Manager

Attend and represent Tessera at various networking events and job fairs

All Other Duties as Assigned

Youd make an excellent Temporary Employment Consultant I if you :

Consider yourself a people person.

Love working on collaborative teams.

Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

Take pride in your work.

Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Full-Time benefits of a Temporary Employment Consultant I at Tessera include :

Medical Dental Vision Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment

Paid federal holidays and paid sick leave on a pro-rata basis based on number of hours worked

Professional development certifications and training opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

An engaging wellness program

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Temporary Employment Consultant I :

Associates or Bachelors Degree in Education Human Services Social Work or related field is preferred.

6 months of previous experience is required.

Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.

Previous experience working with people with disabilities is highly preferred.

Highly sought certifications : ASL Benefits Planning experience with DVR Ticket to Work or Foundational Community Supports.

Ability to use Microsoft Office and other computer software programs.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with others in a courteous professional and helpful way.

Knowledge of community resources to assist clients in overcoming barriers to employment is highly preferred.

A valid state drivers license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tesseras insurance.

Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information : be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Tessera complies with Spokane Countys Ordinance C36666 (Ban the Address) your application can include a PO Box mailing address or another address where you could receive mail if needed. Your physical address is not required as part of the application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

I f you require an accommodation or support please contact us at

ext. 349 or email .

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women / Minority / Veteran / Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 22 - 30