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The Transition House

Employment Specialist

The Transition House, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290


We know time flies by. The good news is that we are spending it inspiring brighter and healthier lives! Come join our team and make a difference in someone's life!

Employment Specialist

Salary: $17.50 - $21.50 per hour

Are you Dedicated, Supportive, and Responsible? Are you Passionate and Energetic? Are you a Leader?

Then a career at The Transition House may be for you!

The Transition House is a non-profit organization that is contracted with The Florida Department of Corrections. Our culture is dedicated to the mission of providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals overcoming addiction and/or incarceration. We apply innovative and creative systems which enable our clients to earn a second chance at life.

The Transition House provides a welcoming atmosphere to both its employees and clients. If you are a responsible person, with leadership ability, that is committed to aiding others in their reentry into society, we would be interested in meeting with you. You will be giving back to society and boosting the economy all while beginning an interesting and challenging career.

The Employment Specialist position works with local employers and builds relationships with new employers to ensure our clients have opportunities for work. Documenting and monitoring employment, wages and assisting with paying dues and fines owed by the client. Work with the team at the re-entry center to ensure a successful transition for the client back into the community. To enter monthly financial and progress data into WRIMs for required reporting standards. Ensure all documentation is in the financial system for auditing purposes and keep client income up to date at all times.

In addition, we offer a very competitive employment package including medical, dental, and vision benefits to full-time employees. Please see below for additional details.Must have strong professional boundaries and customer service skills. Correction Techs are responsible for the safety and security of the facility, property, clients, and community.

What we give!The Transition House Inc. believes in Inspiring Brighter and Healthier Lives not only with our clients but with our staff as well, so we have incorporated benefits that promote health and wellness within our agency.

BENEFITSLife insuranceEmployee discountReferral programFlexible scheduleDental InsuranceVision insurancePaid time offWellness DaysProfessional development assistanceHealth insurance401k

Our Culture, Our ExpectationsAt The Transition House Inc., we strive to incorporate our mission, vision, and values into our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. This is integrated into the delivery of quality programming for the individuals we serve, their families, and other stakeholders, as well as the development and empowerment of our employees. We offer challenging and exciting work, and our supportive team environment creates an empowering and positive atmosphere. As a member of our team, you will support our commitment to cultural diversity and equity across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

QualificationsA Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Science

or

at least four years experience in the field with a High School diploma. Employment Counselors must have a valid Florida Drivers Licenses and be able to work with clients with a variety of cultural diversities.

Ability to participate in our Drug-Free workplace programAbility to pass a background check