Employment Specialist - Career Coach | South Portland, ME

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  • Location: South Portland, ME

  • Company: Families Forward

of this role, the cherry on top is the competitive pay we're offering. Picture yourself with a salary ranging from $42,000 to $52,000 a year, enjoying the fruits of your labor while positively impacting the lives of others. EXCELLENT BENEFITS Medical, dental, vision A 401(k) Paid time off Short- and long-term disability A 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program A future mom's program INTRIGUED?

Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career! YOUR NEW ROLE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - CAREER COACH In this role, you're the key to unlocking opportunities and success for program participants. Building trust and rapport, you conduct thorough intakes to help individuals

explore their needs, strengths, interests, and capabilities. Together with participants, you create a personalized service plan, the Family Contract Amendment (FCA), outlining short and long-term employment goals aligned with their skills and preferences.

Regular meetings (at least once a month) track progress and ensure participants understand TANF and program requirements. You establish strong partnerships with external providers to connect participants with essential services and maintain meticulous record-keeping in Fedcap CARES. By requesting support services like childcare or transportation, you empower participants to meet their FCA requirements. You use data to plan tasks, reschedule

participants who miss appointments, and communicate effectively with medical and behavioral health providers.

Join us and be the catalyst for positive change in the lives of those we serve! REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Demonstrated track record for providing exceptional customer service Valid driver's license Fluency in Arabic, Portuguese, Somali, French, or Lingala ABOUT OUR FAMILY Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Families Forward offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support.

Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth for our team. If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! Apply now using our quick and easy application. We look forward to meeting you! Job Posted by Applicant Pro

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