Training Specialist

Position: Employment Training Specialist
Under supervision of the CalWORKs Employment Training Supervisor, the Employment Training Specialist (ETS) will provide case management to all clients referred through Human Services Agency. The ETS will determine clients' initial and continued eligibility for public assistance and employment programs. This position will assist clients develop goals towards self-sufficiency, identify, analyze and address social problems and barriers to employment. Other duties will include monitoring client progress through various programs, evaluate specific needs, and provide additional assistance as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adheres to all El Concilio California Policies and Procedures.

Become familiar with CalSAWS county wide database for program related purposes.

ETS must maintain a caseload of a minimum of 130 clients.

Interviews clients to determine suitability for employment training programs and job openings

Provides career guidance and counseling following the completion of a thorough individual assessment

Collaboratively develops an individualized Employment Services Plans with participants, implements this plan and evaluates its success over time.

Maintain accurate database and/or documentation, as it relates to clients and partnering agencies.

Maintain, update and file appropriate documents in physical and electronic file including correct written usage of Standard English.

Accurately complete required reporting forms and forward to supervisor by dates specified.

Develops and maintain ongoing resources and professional relationships within the community

Refers participants to appropriate agencies for specialized services and/or counseling;

Maintains records and files; and schedules appointments.

Makes appropriate cause determinations on non-participating clients; monitors clients in good cause status; completes adequate and timely notices of action; encourages clients to conciliate; authorizes sanction of clients who fail to conciliate

May take part in promotion and outreach activities to disseminate information about the program

May conduct orientations, workshops, and classroom training sessions in other employability areas such as job search and job skills; may assist clients developing resumes and preparing for interviews.

Keep office assistant and supervisors informed of daily/weekly schedule, including changes and/or modifications, utilization of pam system.

Placing clients in jobs and/or appropriate activities according to CalWORKs policies and procedures.

Attend all meetings and/or trainings as required.

Orient and assist new case managers as needed.

Ability to effectively communicate with staff, supervisor and clients.

Required to work all El Concilio California special events as needed.

Other Duties as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or administrative staff.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with or without accommodation satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, an/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
18 years of age or valid work permit.

Must undergo and pass criminal background check

Reliable transportation or personal vehicle is highly preferred.

Must be able to handle a high volume of documentation and task completion in a timely manner.

Maintain a cooperative working relationship with management, staff, and program participants.

Maintain acceptable work habits such as attendance, punctuality, time management, team work, etc.

Understand and work effectively with diverse cultural and ethnic groups.

Must complete and pass criminal background check.

Maintain confidentiality of all oral and written communication.

Ethics-Treats people with respect;
Keeps commitments;
Inspires trust of others;
Works with integrity and ethically;
Upholds organizational values.

Initiative-Volunteers readily;
Undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities;
Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities;
Asks for and offers help when needed.

Dependability
- Follows instructions, responds to…