Posted on November 5, 2009

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Employment Specialist, (Temp.)

The mission of Rubicon Programs Inc. is to create and deliver integrated solutions to profound social problems. Our purpose is to make a positive and lasting impact on people living in poverty and on people living with disabilities, especially psychiatric disabilities. We empower people to move out of poverty and improve their quality of life. Rubicon’s programs include workforce services, behavioral healthcare, case management, affordable housing, and legal services.

ACCOUNTABILITY: The Employment Specialist reports to the Workforce Services Manager and develops job placements for economically disadvantaged adults.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. A minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience in job development and placement of special populations; AA degree desirable. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate: a) working knowledge of best practices for assisting disabled, homeless and/or economically disadvantaged populations, b) hands on familiarity with successful marketing tools and techniques for placing special populations including sharing success stories re the same;
2. Success in this position requires that the incumbent interact effectively with internal and external customers. Interpersonal flexibility; independence; strong networking, negotiating and problem solving abilities; and excellent oral and written communication skills, (including delivering formal presentations), are critical qualifications for this position; bilingual English/Spanish or English/Cantonese proficiency desired;
3. Proof of a valid and current driver license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report are required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. * Job placements: Includes surveying the community labor market, networking, developing employer contacts and referral sources, marketing services, making placements and providing post-placement support to clients and employers; involves driving to various sites throughout the community;
2. Participate in case conferences and community meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

* Indicates essential duties. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOURS: This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt position.
HIRING RANGE: $16.95 to $18.65 per hour, depending on skills and experience. An additional 5% of salary may be granted for proven English/Spanish or English/Cantonese bilingual proficiency.

NOTICE: This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Rubicon reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at anytime with or without notice.

TO APPLY: Send us a Rubicon Applicant Tracking Form with either your resume or with a Rubicon Employment Application.

How to Obtain Forms
Visit our website:
www.rubiconprograms.org/jobs.html
OR
Email, fax or mail your name, contact info and request to:
hr@rubiconprograms.org
fax: 510-412-9029
Rubicon Programs HR
2500 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, CA 94804 OR
Visit us in person. Just ask at the front desk:
2500 Bissell Avenue, Richmond
or 1918 Bonita Street, Berkeley

Where to Submit
Send your completed Applicant Tracking Form with your resume or Employment Application to:

Rubicon Programs Inc.
Human Resources
2500 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, California 94804
Fax: (510) 412-9029
Email: hr@rubiconprograms.org

DEADLINE: This position is open until filled and may be closed at any time.

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Rubicon is using E-Verify to validate the eligibility of our new employees to work legally in the United States.

Compensation: $16.95 to $18.65 per hour, depending on skills and experience. An additional 5% of salary may be granted for proven English/Spanish or English/Cantonese bilingual proficiency.
This is at a non-profit organization.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Find out more by visiting the organization's web site»

Job Type: Human Services
Organization Type: Nonprofit Organizations