Compass Career Solutions A Dungarvin Company

Employment Specialist

Company Description

Compass Career Solutions, sister company to Dungarvin, strives to be the provider of choice for services that are personalized and enrich people's lives. Our Employment team is responsible for providing client-driven case management services some of which include identifying and eliminating barriers to employment.

Location: Kennewick, WA

Wage: $20.05

Full wage scale: $20.05 - $21.75

The rate of pay and pay scale provided for this position are based on title and geographical location.

Schedule: Monday-Friday daytime hours with flexibility needed for some nights and weekends

Company Perks/Benefits:

  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance for full-time employees
  • 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
  • PTO Donation
  • Growth and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • National Brand Discounts
  • Pay Active – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
  • PAID training and orientation

Job Description

  • Maintain knowledge of Foundational Community Supports (FCS) and Aging and Long Term Support Administration (ALTSA) eligibility
  • Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility.
  • Discover and maintain knowledge of clients, their employment goals, potential employer matches, and other case mgt. needs.
  • Assist clients to assess and further their career growth and skills.
  • Assist clients in obtaining gainful employment at wages at or above minimum wage.
  • Provide ongoing employment related soft and hard skills development to assist clients in obtaining and retaining independent employment.
  • Document data and notes to document the individual’s progress toward goals on barrier, employment/ service plans.
  • Make connections to maintain strong community partnerships with other service providers and employers.
  • Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
  • Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
  • Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
  • Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
  • A valid driver's license, insurance, and own vehicle transportation
  • Self-starter, excellent time management skills, and proactive problem solver
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Technology savvy - Especially Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom. PC and Android devices. One-year related experience and/or training working with people in crisis, specifically in employment services.
  • Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

At Compass and Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Compass and Dungarvin are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers.

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  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Human Resources
  • Industries

    Individual and Family Services

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