Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington
ABE Employment Specialist
Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington, Mount Vernon, Washington, United States, 98273
Job Title: ABE Employment Specialist
Pay Range:
$52,000-56,000 FLSA Status:
Salaried, Non-Exempt Location:
Skagit, in person
Summary Responsible for providing job search assistance to students enrolled in 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. The role supports a culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
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.
Responsible to support, advance, and contribute to a DEI framework.
Collaborate with students, staff and managers to purposefully work to implement student centered DEI initiatives.
Attend required meetings, trainings and develop and deliver presentations.
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.
Demonstrates safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications 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.), and of government benefit and employment related immigration policies and procedures.
Excellent communication and customer service skills; ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and with wide skill levels. Solid understanding of the hiring process and workplace expectations. Commitment to creating a learning environment that is inclusive, culturally rich and bias free. Reliable attendance. Ability to work independently with part of a team and make good decisions without on-site supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Bilingual/multilingual Capabilities Preferred.
Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Benefits
A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation,
(9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training
EEO Statement Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.
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$52,000-56,000 FLSA Status:
Salaried, Non-Exempt Location:
Skagit, in person
Summary Responsible for providing job search assistance to students enrolled in 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. The role supports a culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
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.
Responsible to support, advance, and contribute to a DEI framework.
Collaborate with students, staff and managers to purposefully work to implement student centered DEI initiatives.
Attend required meetings, trainings and develop and deliver presentations.
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.
Demonstrates safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications 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.), and of government benefit and employment related immigration policies and procedures.
Excellent communication and customer service skills; ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and with wide skill levels. Solid understanding of the hiring process and workplace expectations. Commitment to creating a learning environment that is inclusive, culturally rich and bias free. Reliable attendance. Ability to work independently with part of a team and make good decisions without on-site supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Bilingual/multilingual Capabilities Preferred.
Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Benefits
A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation,
(9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training
EEO Statement Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.
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