Job Information
Triangle Inc. Employment Specialist in Malden, Massachusetts
Position: Workforce Development / Employment Specialist
Reports to : Program Coordinator (Supervisory)
Hours: 40 hours per week; Non-Exempt
Location: Malden, Hybrid
Triangle’s Expectation of Employee:
Adheres to Triangle Policy and Procedures
Acts as a role model within and outside Triangle
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department matters
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
Meets Department productivity standards
Performs duties as workload necessitates
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports a diverse caseload with needed career advancement support such as career planning, case management, job development and support with applications. Provides support to overcome other barriers to employment
Supports caseload in obtaining vocational goals by
finding employment: supporting with job search, job development, support with resume and cover writing etc.
maintaining employment: providing the support a client needs to keep their job
providing or finding training opportunities needed to meet vocational goals
helping to eliminate barriers to employment such as transportation, childcare, housing etc.: by helping clients to navigate systems and organize themselves
Creates an inviting, exciting and innovative job search environment, meeting regularly in person or via Zoom
Consistently connects with community employers in order to secure competitive jobs for clients
Collaborates effectively with people with disabilities and their support teams (i.e., educators, parents, group homes, counselors, clinical professionals) to provide clear pathways to career track employment, or advance in existing careers
Provides vocational assessments, conducts evaluations and provides follow up as needed
Completes required service documentation reviews and monthly reports.
Ensures appropriate communication with Workforce Development Team
Communicates regularly with referring Vocational counselors or state representative from DTA or Mass Ability to discuss individuals’ progress and develop proactive plan to remove barriers to employment
Assists individuals receiving services in obtaining competitive employment that is aligned with career goals
Provides follow-up support to individual clients once placed in a job
Responsible for tracking and sharing all job leads
Demonstrated a successful placement rate
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma required
Experience in the field preferred
Must have valid Driver's License and a clear driving record
Language skills preferred
First Aid and CPR or willingness to become certified
Must clear state and federal background check
Language Skills
Ability to verbally communicate, read, analyze, interpret, and write documents
Ability to respond and navigate common inquiries or complaints from regulatory agencies, or family members