About the Role
Responsible for orienting, assessing, and case managing public assistance recipients for Self-Sufficiency Center programs. Conducts appointments, group orientations, and participant services across all service delivery locations.
Responsibilities
- Conducts individual appointments, group orientations, and program participant services for Self-Sufficiency Center programs in all service delivery locations.
- Assesses and assigns program participants to Work Experience Program assignments.
- Assists program participants with vocational goals, employment barriers, and necessary supportive services.
- Assists program participants in résumé development, employment application, job searching, vocational goal development, work habits, and work ethic.
- Conducts Job Readiness Training Program sessions monthly in Jamestown and Dunkirk.
- Provides retention and follow-up services to program participants.
- Monitors and reports program participant attendance and compliance/non-compliance, taking appropriate action.
- Completes all required data entry.
- Maintains appropriate and required program participant files.
- Completes and submits reports to program management.
- Exercises flexibility in assisting other Self-Sufficiency Center staff.
- Cross-trains with other Self-Sufficiency Center staff.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- One year human services or social work experience.
- Master's degree in Human Services or related area accepted in lieu of experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable access to a personal vehicle.
Skills
- Social awareness
- Record keeping
- Knowledge of the world of work and job market
- Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation and human service agencies in the area
- Computer proficiency
- Oral and written communication skills
- Employment preparation skills
- Knowledge of area industries, social service, and health agencies
- Fluently bilingual in English and Spanish
Location
- Jamestown
- Dunkirk
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related area
