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The Salvation Army Employment Specialist in Fort Myers, Florida
[Location: Fort Myers Area Command, Fort Myers, FL [Position Type: Regular Full Time [Pay Range: $19.93 *[About this opportunity: [Plans, coordinates, and monitors the employment functions for clients of Federal Residential Correction Program or Social Service Transitional Living Program; monitors the residents adjustment and overall progress in the program; conducts orientation meetings, job readiness training sessions and counseling, employment referrals, and work-site visits. *[Key responsibilities:]{arial=""}]{arial=""}]{arial=""}]{arial=""}]{arial=""}]{arial=""}**
- Conducts resident employment orientation on all new arrivals; instructs residents in the requirements and procedures of the employment program assistance.
- Refers residents to other agencies to enhance residents employ-ability and exposure to job openings in the community; maintains records of referrals in the residents permanent files.
- Coordinates efforts with other Counselors regarding program plans and assists residents in achieving program objectives.
[What we are looking for in you:]{arial=""}
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, or Rehabilitative Counseling, AND
- Three years experience performing counseling work in a correction/rehabilitative setting, OR
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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``` - Valid State Driver's License required.
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``` - Ability to attain American Red Cross C.P.R./ First Aid Certificate and HRS Aides Training Certificate upon employment.
[Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: [Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Work is performed in a normal office environment with some exposure to outdoor temperatures and driving a vehicle in moderate to heavy traffic. [Employee Benefits]{arial=""}]{arial=""}]{arial=""}
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance and more!
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