JTE Employment Specialist
Posted by: Seattle Goodwill
Description
Job Summary Responsible for providing job search assistance to students enrolled in Seattle Goodwill's Job Training & Education Programs, including determining need, planning, and serving groups and individuals. This position will assist with planning, developing and implementing strategies to achieve a wide range of employment opportunities for a diverse population.
Essential Functions: Assess needs of job seekers, determining appropriate level of services and setting clear, attainable goals for employment, and provide effective job search tools. Provide individual job search assistance to students, including job search, resume and cover letter writing, interview practice, finding job leads, completing applications, etc. Facilitate labs and teach employment focused workshops. Build professional relationships with students and site staff that facilitate successful outcomes. Build direct relationships with community service providers, community employment agencies, and area employers. Maintain clear and accurate case notes in database, and maintain paper and electronic student files. Present individual cases at monthly meetings, and relay all pertinent student information to Case Management and Employment Services Manager. Actively participate in staff meetings, community events, and other departmental projects. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements Education: Bachelor's Degree in social work, social sciences, business, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum two years experience providing job placement services preferred. Experience teaching/training preferred. Experience working in Retail, Hospitality, or a related field a plus. Specific Skills/Knowledge/Licenses: Knowledge of local employment agencies, knowledge of pre-employment activities (writing resumes and cover letters, etc.), as well as government benefit and employment related immigration policies and procedures. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds with wide ranging skill levels and prior experience. Solid understanding of the hiring process and workplace expectations for entry-level employees as well as US business culture in general. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to work independently and has part of a team. Ability to make good decisions without on-site supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to learn new software as appropriate and necessary to the job. Bilingual/multilingual capabilities preferred. Must have valid driver's license and reliable transporation.
Essential Physical Abilities: Able to safely lift/push/pull up to 20-40 lbs., for short distances. Perform repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists and arms. Be able to work in a dusty environment. Able to traverse a wide variety of physical environments without assistance including uneven surfaces and stairs. Able to communicate with others effectively, verbally and in writing; including those who have limited English skills, large groups and small groups and individuals. Able to use standard office equipment without assistance. Able to maintain reliable attendance.
Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong listening skills Public speaking skills Organizational skills Time management skills Working Conditions: Office environment, moderate noise level. This position requires regular travel, sometimes between locations, off-site meetings and events.
Proficiency with Experience: Each job classification requires various levels of proficiency and experience. Proficiency and experience provides guidance for compensation within one classification, thereby eliminating the need for levels (i.e. I, II, III). III. Skilled (demonstrates ample knowledge and skills of duties, with 1-3 years of experience)
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
How to apply
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accpt applications through our website.
http://seattlegoodwill.applicantpro.com/jobs/7504-1867.html
