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Bill Wilson Center is a nationally and regionally recognized leader for providing services to at-risk youth and families. Our agency from our executive team to our line staff is committed to improving the lives and conditions of the people we serve. We provide direct services to more than 3,500 children, youth, young adults and families in Santa Clara County. BWC provides services that meet the cultural and linguistic needs of our whole community. We value our unique ethnic diversity as well as the LGBTQ community and non-able body community. Join us and become a difference maker at Bill Wilson Center! Find out more at http://www.billwilsoncenter.org/bwcjobs/
We have immediate openings for a Full Time Employment Education Specialist for our Rapid Rehousing program! The Employment/Education Specialist will provide case management and supportive services for the Rapid Rehousing program in order to help clients find and retain employment and/or continue their education goals. This position will work with clients who are seeking career services such as job readiness skills, employment or work experience, career training, mentorship, leadership development, and/or educational programs (i.e. GED, tutoring assistance), as well as interfacing with other schools, employers, and service providers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage an active caseload; maintain participant records; complete a variety of employment and training documents, accurately and in a timely and auditable manner.
Assess client’s skills, aptitudes, and interests using information from school records, test scores, career interest profiles, and other relevant instruments to help them successfully attain program objectives.
Interview and evaluate readiness status of clients for enrollment into education, employment & training programs.
Coordinate outreach and marketing for all programs and work alongside
Monitor progress of clients in program components and facilitate/coordinate access to necessary supportive services, referrals, and community resources.
Maintain and update detailed, accurate client files and program data (printed and electronic) in compliance with programmatic and funding requirements. Enter data in AWARDS and HMIS as required.
Develop and maintain employer relationships; contact employers to develop direct placement and on-the-job training positions.
Make recommendations for improving job development services.
Participate in agency, program, and community meetings as appropriate.
Participate in agency Program Quality Improvement activities and initiatives
Participate in agency Safety initiatives and proactively report safety issues to management immediately
Ensure that site is neat and tidy and report all maintenance or safety issues to manger or Facilities Manager immediately.
Regular attendance is a requirement of the position.
Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Education and employment needs and assistance experience required. Experience working with culturally diverse population. Current CPR and First Aid Certification required (or complete within 30 days of hire). Valid California driver's license with access to a personal vehicle with current insurance that can be used for company business. Fingerprinting/background check as required by the Department of Justice and/or Title XXII regulations. TB test required.
SALARY RANGE:
Depending on experience. Benefits include 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD&D, Long Term Disability and Employee Assistance Program as well as access to Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and more! BWC also offers a 401k Retirement Plan with a discretionary Employer Contribution. We also have a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Plan and Paid Holidays. In addition, we offer extensive training, cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, staff Wellness Program/Activities and much more!
For consideration, please submit cover letter and resume to and be sure to reference the position name in the subject line and/or cover letter:
SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER:
BILL WILSON CENTER
ATTN: RESUMES
FAX: (408) 244-4022
EMAIL: resumes@bwcmail.org
EEO:
Bill Wilson Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency's operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.
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