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About the Role

Episcopal Community Services (ECS) is seeking an Employment Specialist to assist participants, many of whom are unhoused, in re-entering the job market and securing living wage employment. This client-facing role involves assessing employment barriers, providing job readiness training, and connecting individuals with career pathways and job opportunities. The work is meaningful but can be demanding, requiring sound judgment and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of participants seeking employment services.
Assess participant employment barriers and needs.
Assist job seekers with developing job search tools and skills.
Provide job readiness training to Occupational Skills Trainees.
Help participants access employment opportunities and identify career pathways.
Support job seekers in setting and achieving their employment goals.
Monitor and evaluate participant progress towards employment.
Provide direct support to participants through job placement.
Arrange employment interviews and attend job fairs.
Assist with workshops, presentations, group orientations, and other training activities.
Identify and help participants resolve barriers to employability.
Make referrals for support services such as housing, legal, transportation, and counseling.
Provide light-touch financial coaching and referrals for financial assistance.
Maintain participant data and case notes in relevant systems.
Communicate participant progress and barriers to relevant staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Lived or professional experience in workforce development/case management.
Understanding and empathy of issues facing unhoused people.
Demonstrable knowledge of computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications or Google Office Suite.
Experience working with multi-cultural and underserved populations.
Familiarity and comfort with the harm reduction model.
Ability to maintain healthy boundaries.
Must secure finger image screening and annual TB screening.
Must be able to pass CDCR background check.
Must be able to meet physical requirements including standing, sitting, kneeling, reaching, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate behavior that supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Adhere to all program, funder, and organizational policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively and model integrity, fairness, and ethical business practices.

Skills

Case management
Employment services
Job readiness training
Computer skills
Microsoft applications
Google Office Suite
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving
Financial coaching

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Type

Full Time
Onsite
Client-facing

Experience Level

Not specified

Education Level

Not specified

Salary/Compensations

$24.14 - $24.16 Hourly

Benefits

Industry leading healthcare benefits for physical and mental well-being.

About the Company

At Episcopal Community Services (ECS), employees work with participants who may be experiencing homelessness, behavioral health conditions, substance use challenges, and other difficult life circumstances.
ECS offers industry leading healthcare benefits to support your physical and mental well-being.
ECS values a workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and given equal opportunity to thrive.

Equal Opportunity

ECS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records as consistent with San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance.
We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.