Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist at Chrysalis

Join our team at Chrysalis, a mission‑driven organization serving people navigating barriers to the workforce. Since 1984, we have helped over 85,000 individuals change their lives through jobs.

The Employment Specialist (ES) works 1-on-1 with clients to provide employment and case management services, helping clients become ready for a job, find a job, and keep a job.

• Provide client support, guidance and case management: oversee day‑to‑day case management, encourage and motivate clients, orient, assess, and provide employment counseling.
• Conduct job readiness activities: resume building, practice interviews, job applications, computer tutorials, cover letters, reference lists, and job search guidance.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of referral resources and maintain accurate client/program data in Salesforce.
• Monitor client progress and program outcomes: document services, outcomes, next steps, analyze and report monthly data.
• Represent Chrysalis to stakeholders by providing site tours and presenting services when needed.
• Foster strong client, colleague, and partner relationships: participate in meetings, share best practices, provide training ideas, celebrate achievements, and brainstorm solutions.
• Adhere to all Chrysalis policies, support Mission and Code of Ethics, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to all Chrysalis policies and procedures.
• Support the Chrysalis Mission and adhere to the Chrysalis Code of Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Passion for Chrysalis's mission and sensitivity to diverse cultures and lifestyles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and effective time management.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and remain flexible in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑starter with a "can‑do" attitude and initiative.
• Maintains confidential information and exercises discretion.
• Computer literacy: proficient in Internet research, MS Office, and willingness to learn other applications.
• Willingness to travel to meetings (mileage reimbursed).

Employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Competitive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Parking, paid time off, paid holidays, and more.

No phone calls or drop‑ins regarding this position please. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Chrysalis is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals who share lived experience with the communities we serve. In particular, Chrysalis welcomes applicants who are formerly incarcerated and/or justice‑involved; people who have experienced housing insecurity and/or economic inequity;
Black, Indigenous, and people of color; persons with disabilities; ethnic and religious minorities; and members of the LGBTQ+ community.