Sonoma County Public Infrastructure · 1 hour ago
Employment and Training Specialist - Promotional
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expSonoma County Public Infrastructure is seeking to fill Employment and Training Specialist positions within the Human Services Department. The role involves determining clients' eligibility for various public assistance programs and providing support to help clients achieve self-sufficiency through case management and goal development.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Determine clients' initial and continued eligibility for SonomaWORKS, CalFresh, and other public assistance and employment programs
Identify, analyze, and address social problems and barriers to employment
Monitor client progress through various programs, evaluate specific needs, and provide additional assistance as required
Work closely with Employment and Training Counselors and partner staff on a variety of issues and strategies related to client’s progress, support, and case management
Monitor, motivate, and assist clients in carrying out employment-related activities
Qualification
Required
Presently be a full or part-time regular or probationary County of Sonoma, Community Development Commission, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, or Sonoma County Water Agency employee
Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units at an accredited college including at least 18 semester or 24 quarter units in sociology, psychology, counseling, social work, business, math, or other related fields and two years of experience providing case work services, including some experience dealing with employment-related issues
One year of experience as an Eligibility Worker in an employment and training environment
One year of experience as an Eligibility Worker II with the County of Sonoma Human Services Department
Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California
Ability to speak, read, and write a language in addition to English may be required depending upon assignment
Preferred
A passion for working with the community and assisting others to reach their employment goals
Experience working with regulations and the ability to accurately apply rules, policies, and procedures
A background in working with individuals experiencing the challenges of homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, poverty, or other significant barriers
Strong word processing skills and high attention to detail
Caseload management skills and familiarity with Safety-Net service programs
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to build effective working relationships
Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with the ability to interact with a diverse customer base
Company
Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
The Department of Public Infrastructure is dedicated to planning, building, and maintaining the County’s investment in infrastructure through innovations in engineering that improve residents’ lives and enhance community well-being.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase