Assessment Specialist - ASSES003615

　　DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:POSITION SUMMARY:The Assessment Specialist will utilize the Work Experience for Adults(WEXA) and WEXA+ model to support clients in gaining exposure to the world of work. This position will assist individuals in determining preferences, documenting progress and/or additional supports needed with service teams to gain experience that can lead to permanent CIE(Competitive Integrated Employment). This position will identify and implement work experience services within community partners that complement the individual's initial interests and schedule preferences.The Assessment Specialist will compile results into comprehensive reports and effectively communicate results and recommendations with individuals and their service teams.

　　Duties include but are not limited to:* Conduct Action Outline meetings with individuals/support teams to determine a plan for the work experience including work site development. * Seek out external employment sites to conduct work experiences in conjunction with other departments.* Provide necessary per -employment supports and assist in the verification of employment information.*  Evaluate individuals' abilities and interests, using appropriate assessment methods, such as interviews and observations.

　　Status: Full-time

　　External Hiring Range: $18.25 up to $18.98/hour

　　Schedule: Flexible schedule according to client needs

　　Travel Required: Yes, travel to Goodwill locations in Southwestern Pennsylvania on occasion is required.

　　QUALIFICATIONS:* High School Diploma or GED AND 2 years of experience OR* Bachelor's degree 

　　Required Degree(s): Must be in social services, human services, psychology, rehabilitation science, or a related field.

　　Required Experience: Experience working with adults with disabilities in employment settings required. 

　　REQUIRED CLEARANCES, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS:* Candidates are expected to provide current, valid clearances (Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and PATCH) prior to first day of employment.* Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.* CESP Certificate or ACRE certification preferred - must be able to attain within 18 months of employment. 

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

　　Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity