Employment Specialist Jobs
By Community Mental Health for Central Michigan At , Reed City, 49677, Mi $45,656 - $62,109 a year
Health benefits through BCBS with employer contributions to the HSA
Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
100% employer funded Defined Benefit (pension) program with vesting after 6 years
Salary Range: $45,656 - $62,109 depending on experience
Student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
12 weeks of 100% paid maternity and paternity leave
Employment Specialist - Work Therapy Assistant
By State of Minnesota At , Cloquet, Mn $20.41 - $26.89 an hour
Knowledge, training/certification/education, and/or implementation of Customized Employment.
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Basic math skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Clear communication skills to understand and communicate complex employment services with community members, employers and teams.
Basic computer skills sufficient to create word documents, receive and respond to email
One year experience in an employment field plus one year working with the disability population.

Are you looking for a job that will make a difference in people's lives? We are looking for an Employment Specialist to join our team and help individuals with disabilities find meaningful employment. If you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact, this could be the perfect job for you!

Overview An Employment Specialist is a professional who assists individuals in finding and securing employment. They provide guidance and support to job seekers, helping them to identify job opportunities, develop job search strategies, and prepare for interviews. Employment Specialists also provide career counseling, job placement services, and other resources to help job seekers find the right job. Detailed Job Description An Employment Specialist is responsible for providing job search assistance to individuals seeking employment. This includes helping job seekers identify job opportunities, develop job search strategies, and prepare for interviews. Employment Specialists also provide career counseling, job placement services, and other resources to help job seekers find the right job. They may also provide support to employers in recruiting and hiring qualified candidates. Job Skills Required
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of job search strategies
• Ability to provide career counseling
• Knowledge of labor market trends
• Ability to provide job placement services
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Ability to work with diverse populations
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Previous experience in job placement or career counseling
• Knowledge of labor market trends
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Proficiency in computer applications
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of job search strategies
• Knowledge of labor market trends
• Knowledge of job placement services
• Knowledge of career counseling
Job Experience
• Previous experience in job placement or career counseling
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience providing job search assistance
Job Responsibilities
• Provide job search assistance to individuals seeking employment
• Identify job opportunities and develop job search strategies
• Provide career counseling and job placement services
• Assist employers in recruiting and hiring qualified candidates
• Provide support to job seekers in preparing for interviews
• Monitor labor market trends and identify job opportunities
• Maintain accurate records of job search activities