Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist

Essential Job Function

  • Provide Assessment, Discovery, Vocational Exploration, Community & Targeted Vocational Assessments, Job Development, and Job Retention services to Dirkse CC Clients. 
  • Ability to follow Dirkse CC’s Program Standard Operating Procedures of service delivery, plan development, progress report documentation, monthly summaries, and coordinating services with other professionals.   
  • Develop and maintain Employer relationships.  Develop assessments and job sites within the greater Portland Metro area. 
  • Provide and/or coordinate vocational supports which include job/task analysis, Employer consultation, and client training using principles of errorless learning. 
  • Job Retention consultation involving problem-solving, Employer consultation, case management, and performance management. 
  • Establish rapport and maintain professionalism in service delivery with a customer service approach to all activities. 
  • Record keeping and time management to meet weekly client service goals.   
  • Participate in meetings, trainings and other DCC sponsored events as requested. 
  • Follow all Dirkse CC Health and Safety guidelines as indicated in the Employee Manual. 
  • Complete projects and other duties as assigned by the organization’s leadership.  

 Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or two years of related experience working with individuals in a helping role. 
  • Good driving record with valid driver’s license, vehicle, and auto insurance. 
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check with the State of Oregon. 
  • Complete on-line mandatory abuse reporting training. 
  • Organized and ability to juggle multiple tasks, paying close attention to detail. 
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure. 
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills. 
  • Strong computer skills with various Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Quick Books). 
  • First Aid Certification (expense paid by Dirkse CC if not currently certified) 

 Physical Requirements 

  • Work conducted in an office environment with Employer site visits at various locations. 
  • May sit at a computer for up to 8 hours a day. 
  • Work within the light range of physical work at Employer assessment sites or with clients. 
  • Able to reach, handle, and carry office supplies and materials. 
  • Ability to drive to outside appointments.