Employment Specialist at Washington

Job Description

• Asses work readiness skills of young ex-offenders
• Conduct activities to enhance motivation and improve communication skills
• Assist with workshops and teaching of job readiness skills and life skills related to attainment of pre-employment competencies
• Administer tests to measure participant competency of program components 
• Assist all participants in job search, barrier resolution, and work-life balance management 
• Ensure that all participants adhere to all center guidelines and regulations 
• Assist Program Coordinator/Project Director as needed 
• Identify job opportunities that match the skill set and capabilities of the clients
• Develop job resources that will assist the clients in their search for gainful employment
• Maintain accurate data for reporting purposes

Job Requirements

• A.S. Degree or a minimum of three years of experience working with youth, workforce development or ex-offenders 
• Excellent communication skills and public speaking abilities 
• Must be able to handle communications and correspondence in English (Spanish a plus).  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, resume writing, and using job search engines 
• Experience conducting group workshops/training for job readiness skills
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to use creativity and enthusiasm to motivate young adults and tailor learning activities to meet group and individual needs 
• Ability to locate resources to overcome possible barriers to the successful completion of the program.
• Must have an acute “Eye “for details
• Must be a “People Person."

Country: USA, State: Dist of Columbia, City: Washington, Company: ResCare.