Shepard Building, RI15 days ago
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of placement, referral, and claims processing systems; a thorough knowledge of TANF statute; familiarity with various community resources, industries and businesses, occupational requirements, and employment conditions in the state; the ability to assess participants' needs; the ability to read and understand complex directives, policies, or related documents; the ability to maintain effective relationships of employers, clients and the public; the ability to assess, refer, and evaluate participants in the RIW program; must possess strong communication and organizational skills; a thorough knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in basic computer software, specialized databases and information systems; and related capacities and abilities. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assist Rhode-Island-Works (RIW) program participants in developing vocational goals reflective of their skills, capabilities and interests; manages participant progress towards achieving goals by creating and updating employment plans, to provide participants with intake and evaluation, testing, job search assistance, referral and placement; to ensure services such as employment preparation, career enhancement and follow-up services; to develop comprehensive employment plans for each employable adult and refer customers to activities that will lead to employment and/or will enhance their employability; and to do related work as required.