Career Development Specialist - SC/CIS Gardena
The Salvation Army · Los Angeles, California, US
Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible....
Job description
Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Position Summary: Veteran Employment Services (VES) is a program in the Community Integration Services (CIS) Department. The Career Development Specialist (CDS) under the general direction of the VES Program Manager performs outreach, provides assessment and case management services to veterans seeking employment. S/he is responsible for connecting with and enrolling unemployed and underemployed veterans. The CDS is expected to meet or exceed employment placement and retention goals, which include, but not limited to, the following activities: Essential Functions - Enter data in all Program systems accurately and timely. - Conduct outreach to connect with unemployed and underemployed veterans seeking employment - including homeless and other high barrier participants. - Build and Maintain relationships with public and private sector partners and employers to exchange refe...