Chrysalis
Employment Specialist, Breaking Barriers (Human Resources)
Breaking Barriers is an innovative 24- month rapid rehousing program that serves adults who are on felony probation in Los Angeles County and are experiencing homelessness. Breaking Barriers provides employment services, a rental subsidy combined with housing retention, and intensive case management services. The goal is for clients to fully assume rental payments and “transition in place” at program end.
Position Summary
The Employment Specialist works 1-on-1 with clients to provide employment services with the goal that clients get ready for a job, find a job, and keep a job. Responsible for a dedicated caseload, the successful candidate will have the ability to use independent judgment, exceptional organizational skills, and have a willingness to incorporate emerging industry best practices and techniques in their work. The candidate will also have a willingness to travel throughout Los Angeles County, with approximately 50-60% of the time spent in the field
Foster Strong Client, Colleague, and Partner Relationships
Monitor Client Progress & Program Outcomes
Professional Experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
This is an exciting position in a fast-paced organization. We offer a highly competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Parking/Transit Accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, and more. Chrysalis encourages employment applications from people who are representative of the culturally and ethnically diverse communities Chrysalis serves. Chrysalis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls or drop-ins regarding this position please. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.