Job: Workforce Development Coordinator
Job Description
Job Type: Full time, Salaried
Wage: $38,400-$40,248/yr.
Location: Trinidad, CO.
Job Description:
ANNUAL SALARY: Position is a salaried position with an annual wage range: $38,400.00 up to $40,248.00 annually after successful completion of ninety (90) day probationary period. (Salary will be $3,286.92 up to $3,142.53 per month during 90-day probationary period).
BENEFITS: The following benefits are offered as a full-time permanent employee: Health Insurance, Retirement Plan. Paid time off/leaves as follows: Vacation (PTO), Sick, Personal Leave.
Primary Responsibilities
This position reports directly to the DESS Lead IM Technician (Special Programs). Position is responsible for assessing the client’s individual and family needs to create an Individual Responsibility Contract (IRC) with the client. The position will monitor client progress toward self-sufficiency (job search/employment, education/certification and/or job skill development activities), follow up on client’s changing needs, and provide or obtain services as needed to remove obtaining self-sufficiency barriers. This position will also obtain referrals from the Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) for court ordered clients. DCSS clients will be served in the same capacity as those in the DES programs.
Essential Functions:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Accept referrals from DES and DCSS technicians for assistance with clients in need of overcoming barriers.
Will attend DCSS court hearings weekly to assist in referrals for DCSS clients.
Interview clients to:
(1) Assess individual and family needs that include supportive services, work history, education, skill level, childcare, etc.
(2) Identify barriers, which prevent the client from participating in the program.
(3) Communicate the purpose of the self-sufficiency program and the consequences of failure to cooperate.
(4) Reinforce client self-esteem and motivation by continually providing positive feedback concerning progress toward achievement of self-sufficiency.
(5) Defuse hostility and assist clients to assess their own situation and job readiness.
Develop realistic Individual Responsibility Contracts (IRC) for achieving self-sufficiency to include clients' skills, knowledge and abilities, the labor market and the resources available.
Provide or obtain financial resources, child care services, or other services needed to overcome the identified barriers and facilitate the successful completion of the IRC.
Follow-up and monitor the completion of the steps outlined in the IRC and modify the plan as needed.
Counsel clients regarding barriers to employment. Refer clients to community resource agencies and/or employers previously recruited in the community.
Contact prospective employers for new job openings; follow up visits to evaluate success of placements; maintain liaison with participating community programs; attend related meetings.
Enroll applicants and recipients in the appropriate component and monitor their progress.
Determine when clients are in non-compliance.
Determines if a sanction or discontinuation is necessary and after the determination is reached, notify eligibility technician of necessary action.
Manage caseload forms; record all contracts; share case information with eligibility technicians; compile reports.
Explain types of child care services available. Obtain information through interviews and written documentation.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.
Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Math Ability:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, payroll systems, human resource systems, database software, and state defined case management systems.
Competencies should include:
TECHNICAL & FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE
CUSTOMER SERVICE
FOCUS
COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, & TEAMWORK
INDIVIDUAL & SHARED ACCOUNTABILITY
Additional Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree in business, accounting, or human service related field from an accredited college or university or a degree in one of the behavioral sciences;
OR, two to three (2-3) years of direct experience in Colorado Benefits case management and/or community outreach in financial aid services (specifically in Colorado Works TANF Programming).
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, or human service related field from an accredited college or university or a degree in one of the behavioral sciences.
Five (5) years of direct experience in Colorado Benefits case management and/or community outreach in financial services.
Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful but not required.
Knowledge of judicial processes and execution of State department mandates.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires substantial movement with respect to repetitious standing and sitting within the office area and in the public. On occasion, may be required to lift light to moderately heavy loads.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and specified car insurance.
Must be willing to travel to rural areas of the county and out of town as needed.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Must be able to attend required out of town training and staff development activities.
Will be required to provide a driving history if a position is offered.
A professional and appropriate dress code is in effect for all employees of the office.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires substantial movement with respect to repetitious standing and sitting within the office area. On occasion, may be required to lift light to moderately heavy loads.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
About LAS ANIMAS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Las Animas County Dept. of Human Services provides public welfare programs to the Las Animas County community. We serve a dynamic and diverse population and strive to assist individuals in developing a better life and social well-being. LACDHS is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, real or perceived sex, gender identity or expression, color, military status, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, marital status, political affiliation, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment.
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.