Employment Specialist

PSG/CIP is a multi-service community-based social services organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities.rnJOB SUMMARY:rnThe Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) Services Program provides career assessment and counseling services to the community. The Employment Specialist works with individuals with disabilities to conduct assessments and coaching for employment readiness through job shadows, internship placements, soft skills training, task analysis and systematic instruction, job preparation, job development and job retention services.rnThis position will start part-time and will grow to full-time.rnKEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:rnrnAssess employment readiness of individuals, determine barriers and needs for accommodations.rnMeet with consumers in PSG offices, libraries, job centers, community buildings, or via internet or telephone.rnReach out to employers to present the DVR Programs and consumers available for employment.rnComplete billing and reports as required.rnrnLOCATION: Office is located in Kenosha, WI with local travel required. Client meetings may be scheduled at our office, at community centers, or within client homes. Must be able to meet in-person with clients in Kenosha County, WI.rnSCHEDULE: Hours are varied Monday-Friday with a flexible schedule. Position will start part-time with opportunity to grow to full-time.rnWHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?rnrnBe part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!rnFlexible hours and great work-life balance.rnMileage ReimbursementrnWork culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staffrnOpportunities for advancement and professional developmentrnCompetitive benefits package offered to full-time employees, including: paid time off and company holidays; medical, vision, dental, and life insurance; and short term disability.rnBoth full- and part-time employees are also offered the following benefits: 401k and profit sharing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and pet insurancernrnSALARY: $19.00 per hourrnREQUIREMENTS:rnrnrnrnMust possess a valid Driver's License, personal automobile insurance, and reliable transportation on a daily basis.rnBachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Resources, Business, or related is preferred.rnWork experience in job development or job center services is preferred.rnExperience working and communicating with diverse populations and people with disabilities is preferred.rnrnrn rnEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status