Work Readiness Specialist 1 (WFS 816440) at Columbia

Job Description

• Assess work readiness skills of participants.
• Conducts activities to enhance motivation and improve communication skills.
• Assists with workshops and teaching of job readiness skills and the life skills related to attainment of pre-employment competencies.
• Administers tests to measure participant competency of program components.
• Assists all participants in job search, barrier resolution, and work-life balance management.
• Maintains time and attendance records for all participants.
• Ensures that all participants adhere to all center guidelines and regulations.
• Assists Program Director as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree required.
• Excellent communication skills and public speaking abilities.
• Must be able to handle communications and correspondence in English (Spanish a plus). Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, resume writing, and using job search engines.
• Experience conducting group workshops/training for job readiness skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to use creativity and enthusiasm to motivate young adults and tailor learning activities to meet group and individual needs.
• Ability to locate resources to overcome possible barriers to the successful completion of the program.

Country: USA, State: South Carolina, City: Columbia, Company: ResCare.