Employment Specialist (REMOTE IN THE STATE OF IOWA)

Molina Healthcare
Ames, IA, United States
$17,85-$38,69 an hour
Remote
Temporary
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JOB DESCRIPTION* This is a remote job position with 15% travel in the state of Iowa. Employee must reside in Iowa

Job SummaryThe Employment Specialist assists members with connections to new employment opportunities or workforce development programs to secure stable employments.

Collaborates with community rehabilitation providers and establishes relationships with provider agencies to identify temporary work options.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIESEstablishes connections with businesses for program development to create job opportunitiesEngages directly with enrolled members to assist with connection to new employment opportunities or workforce development programs to help them secure stable employmentEstablishes connections with workforce development programs promoting collaboration and support to providers and agencies, increasing job placements of enrolled membersEstablishes relationships with provider agencies to identify types of temporary work options and assists teams in referring job candidates to these work programs.

Collaborates and provides technical training and support with community rehabilitation providers with paid vocational programs and establishes this component as an operational work opportunity (transition to competitive employment).

Educates employers about the abilities of the member population.Investigates longer-term incentives to increase training, employment and development opportunities for the member population reducing unemployment / underemployment.

Prepares and submits required documents and reports accurately and in a timely fashion.Other duties as assigned.JOB QUALIFICATIONSRequired EducationBachelor's degree in public policy, health, social work, or related fieldRequired ExperienceMinimum three year of experience in the field of Mental Health, Public Health, Public Policy and / or healthcare as a Social worker, Counselor, or similar position.

Knowledge and experience with community-based organizations and employment training and placement agencies for LTSS and Non-LTSS Populations preferred.

Experience in conflict management in the work setting, preferably healthcare.Strong written and verbal communication skillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Product SuitePreferred License, Certification, AssociationLSW Licensed Social WorkerCertified Community Health WorkerCertified Supportive Employment SpecialistTo all current Molina employees : If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M / F / D / V.

M / F / D / V.Pay Range : $17.85 - $38.69 / HOURLY*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and / or skill level.

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