Employment Specialist

Employment SpecialistPosition at Clarvida - CaliforniaLocation: San Diego County, California Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $23.00–$25.00 per hourAbout the Role The Employment Specialist acts as the liaison between employers/representatives and clients within the Catalyst assertive community treatment (ACT) program. This role supports youth ages 16 to 25 (Medi-Cal eligible and uninsured) by providing education and employment support services that promote recovery, independence, and long-term success. The Employment Specialist delivers job readiness training, coordinates vocational and educational opportunities, and ensures ongoing follow-up to support successful placement and sustained outcomes.Primary Duties/Responsibilities:Develop and maintain education and job bank recordsAssess clients for education and employment placement opportunitiesRefer clients to applicable community and vocational resourcesProvide one-on-one education and employment supportProvide work-related supportive services. Transport clients to accommodate community relationships (use of personal car or vehicle is required)Maintain accurate client records and provide follow-up contact to ensure successful placementDeliver job readiness training to clientsAct as liaison between clients and employers/representativesProvide the best customer care possibleIdentify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities servedSupport consumers' steps toward Recovery WellnessCreate an organizational culture that respects and celebrates diversityValue ongoing learning to better serve consumers and establish industry leadershipResearch and utilize industry best practices and analyze services to ensure optimal outcomesPerform other duties as assigned to support the program and company Required QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited university and a minimum of two years' experience in job coaching, job development, or educational services; OR five (5) or more years' experience in job coaching, job development, or educational servicesValid driver's license and proof of automobile insuranceKnowledge and experience with job and educational/vocational coordination for transitional age youthExcellent organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communication skillsAbility to stand, walk, and sit frequently throughout the workdayAbility to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsCompensation & Benefits Full-time Employees:Paid vacation days that increase with tenureSeparate sick leave that rolls over each yearUp to 10 paid holidays*Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefit plan optionsDailyPay – access your daily earnings without waiting for payday*Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirementsAll Employees:401(k)Free licensure supervisionEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Pet insurancePerks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainmentMileage reimbursement*Company cellphone (*Benefits may vary based on position, state, or county)