Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist

Position at Clarvida - California

Location: San Diego County, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00–$25.00 per hour

About 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 records
• Assess clients for education and employment placement opportunities
• Refer clients to applicable community and vocational resources
• Provide one-on-one education and employment support
• Provide 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 placement
• Deliver job readiness training to clients
• Act as liaison between clients and employers/representatives
• Provide the best customer care possible
• Identify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities served
• Support consumers' steps toward Recovery Wellness
• Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates diversity
• Value ongoing learning to better serve consumers and establish industry leadership
• Research and utilize industry best practices and analyze services to ensure optimal outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and company Required Qualifications
• Bachelor'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 services
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance
• Knowledge and experience with job and educational/vocational coordination for transitional age youth
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communication skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Compensation & Benefits Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefit plan options
• DailyPay – access your daily earnings without waiting for payday*
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements

All Employees:

• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement*
• Company cellphone (*Benefits may vary based on position, state, or county)