At Risk Youth Employment Specialist
College Park, MD, United States1w ago
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- Location
- College Park, MD, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 1–4 yrs
- Function
- Operations & Strategy
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 1w ago
About the role
Therapeutic Foster Care Employment Specialist
$45,000
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Therapeutic Foster Care Employment SpecialistDo you want to use your background to help foster youth prepare to join the working world? As the Employment Specialist, you will coordinate the day-to-day operations of a vocational training program and facilitate implementation of individual employment plans in community job sites.
Work directly with assigned individuals to implement Individual Plans of Employment and Educational goals.
Assigned individuals may be in the following locations, Prince Georges, Charles, Montgomery, Anne Arundel and Howard Counties
Complete necessary assessments/paperwork as required State and Local government regulations.
Market and recruit companies for contract-supported employment, and volunteer opportunities
Market and Recruit Colleges and Universities for educational opportunities.
Transport individuals to work sites and assist in transferring individuals out of van or auto
Encourage and facilitate normalized work environment through coaching, mentoring, and training
Report and document all occurrences of injuries if necessary; maintain a safe environment Attend scheduled in-service training
Provide daily oversight of Direct Support Professionals
Contribute to training of other departmental employees as needed
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
One year of experience working with youth or young adults in a child welfare setting preferred
A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent proficiency in the areas of responsibility may be substituted for the above education and experience
Current driver’s license in good standing, car registration, and auto insurance
Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others
Reliable, responsible, and caring nature
Commitment to the company’s mission and values
Why Join Us? Full Time
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Purposeful work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!
$45,000
Sign on Stay on Bonus
Therapeutic Foster Care Employment SpecialistDo you want to use your background to help foster youth prepare to join the working world? As the Employment Specialist, you will coordinate the day-to-day operations of a vocational training program and facilitate implementation of individual employment plans in community job sites.
Work directly with assigned individuals to implement Individual Plans of Employment and Educational goals.
Assigned individuals may be in the following locations, Prince Georges, Charles, Montgomery, Anne Arundel and Howard Counties
Complete necessary assessments/paperwork as required State and Local government regulations.
Market and recruit companies for contract-supported employment, and volunteer opportunities
Market and Recruit Colleges and Universities for educational opportunities.
Transport individuals to work sites and assist in transferring individuals out of van or auto
Encourage and facilitate normalized work environment through coaching, mentoring, and training
Report and document all occurrences of injuries if necessary; maintain a safe environment Attend scheduled in-service training
Provide daily oversight of Direct Support Professionals
Contribute to training of other departmental employees as needed
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
One year of experience working with youth or young adults in a child welfare setting preferred
A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent proficiency in the areas of responsibility may be substituted for the above education and experience
Current driver’s license in good standing, car registration, and auto insurance
Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport with others
Reliable, responsible, and caring nature
Commitment to the company’s mission and values
Why Join Us? Full Time
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Purposeful work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!