20 Best Public Assistance Specialists jobs in San Jose, CA (Hiring Now!)

Job Coach for the Expandability Program
Goodwill Of Silicon Valley —San Jose, CA
BA/BS in rehabilitation, psychology, education, social work, or a related field. Help the consumer to develop his/her own system for organizing and remembering…
$24 - $26 an hour
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Housing Specialist -- Redwood City Outreach Strategy Team (Temporary)
Lifemoves —Santa Clara, CA
Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance. Facilitate housing workshops and develop curriculum and informational handouts.
$23 - $28 an hour
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Job Coach
AbilityPath —San Jose, CA
Associate’s or Bachelor’s in relevant field. The Job Coach promotes empowerment and independent living for individuals who may have physical and/or intellectual…
$21 - $23 an hour
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Compliance Specialist
Arrowhead Housing Inc —San Jose, CA
Ability to drive to properties within the company portfolio as needed with reliable transportation and a valid CA driver’s license in good standings.
$25 - $29 an hour
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ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT COUNSELOR
Ravenswood Family Health Center —East Palo Alto, CA
Answer telephones, provide information, screen calls, take messages, and/or direct calls to the appropriate individual.
$22 - $32 an hour
Compliance Specialist (South Bay - 8912 - Compliance) - Hybrid Remote Position
EAH Housing —Morgan Hill, CA
Utilizes knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to affordable multi-family housing development, Housing Tax Credits and HUD…
$27 - $35 an hour
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Eligibility Case Manager
Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County, Inc. —Redwood City, CA
*Certify eligibility and need of clients:* Conduct certification and re-certification meetings with new and existing parent participants in accordance with…
Estimated: $41.9K - $53.1K a year
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Program Specialist - Economic Development
City of Pleasanton —Pleasanton, CA
Salary $40.01 - $100.00 Hourly Location Pleasanton, CA Job Type Part-Time, Temporary Job Number TEMP - Prog Spec (ED) Department Economic…
$40.01 - $100.00 an hour
Supportive Services Housing Manager
Santa Clara Cnty Hsg Auth —San Jose, CA
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social services, behavioral sciences, public or business…
$126,045.73 - $168,913.33 a year
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Case Manager - Villas on the Park
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) —Santa Clara, CA
A valid driver's license. Conducts intake and individualized needs assessment for all clients and collaborates to develop Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that…
$27.75 - $33.83 an hour
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Housing Director
Amigos de Guadalupe —San Jose, CA
Assists the Executive Director in negations with contractors relating to Amigos’ Housing Programs. Possesses a valid California Driver’s License.
$95,000 a year
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Re-Entry Case Manager
Lifemoves —Santa Clara, CA
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field preferred, with relevant experience in case management, housing services, or…
$25.50 - $32.50 an hour
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Housing Specialist
Abode Services —Milpitas, CA
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed…
$28.85 - $31.74 an hour
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Housing Specialist-BRC
HomeFirst —San Jose, CA
Valid CA drivers license and insurance and reliable transportation. HomeFirst is a diverse company in a diverse field, and the Housing Specialist seeks to work…
$29.77 an hour
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Case Manager - BRC Shelter
HomeFirst —San Jose, CA
Works with program participants to develop and implement an individual case management plan, and provide support to help them achieve their housing and personal…
$29.77 an hour
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EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM MANAGER I
Employment Development Department —Alameda County, CA
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to…
$6,150 - $7,701 a month
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Case Manager - Iamesi Village
HomeFirst —San Jose, CA
Valid CA driver's license and auto insurance. Work with individuals to develop and implement an individual case management action plan, and provide support to…
$29.77 an hour
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Case Manager, Motel Voucher Program
Lifemoves —San Jose, CA
Automobile and valid driver’s license required. Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred. Diverse in background, outlook and life experience,…
$23 - $28 an hour
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Vocational Specialist
Lifemoves —Santa Clara, CA
Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology, sociology or related field, with a minimum of one to two years’ vocational/case management experience.
$29 - $33 an hour
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Program Associate - Pacific Motor Inn Interim Housing (JR 4339)
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) —San Jose, CA
A valid driver's license. Two (2) years' experience working in a relevant field. Provide administrative and clerical support to management and direct line staff…
$26.64 - $31.68 an hour

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Job Coach for the Expandability Program

Goodwill Of Silicon Valley - San Jose, CA

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Job Details

Full-time $24 - $26 an hour 13 days ago

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bilingual
Spanish
Working with people with disabilities
Computer literacy
Bachelor of Science
Writing skills
American Sign Language
Microsoft Office
CDL
Analysis skills
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Interviewing
Computer skills
1 year
Communication skills
Teaching

Full Job Description

Summary

Founded in Santa Clara County in 1928, Goodwill of Silicon is dedicated to improving employment opportunities, increasing living standards, providing economic independence, and restoring our clients’ self-worth. We achieve this through workforce creation, vocational training, and environmental stewardship. With 18 retail stores, an online store, an extensive reuse/recycling operation, and our Contract Services division, we help individuals overcome barriers to employment and build sustainable lives and communities.

Provide all instructions related to job search, job retention, resume writing, and mock interview, Reporting directly to the Program Manager. Develop training material and programs that result in career pathways for program participants.

Job Responsibilities

Manage the service plan with the consumer, which may include job shadowing, informational interviewing, and professional networking.
Performs job development, placement of project participants and create a post-employment plan for each student placed, which includes a referral to a mentor and career plan.
Ensure that monthly status reports and matrices are correct and turned in to the Executive Director.
With Executive Director, participate in yearly critical program reviews for the purpose of determining, program effectiveness, resource allocation, needed program adjustments, etc. Develop a curriculum related to education, employment, and diversity.
Maintain and develop community partners; non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and employers.
Assist in the coordination and organization and community events.

Job Coaching

Observe and provide consumers immediate feedback, assistance, and follow-up and provide employers information and observations regarding the progress of the consumer.
Task Analysis: Find out what the job duties are and put them into a format that the consumer best understands (e.g. a map of the area, list of duties, job description).
Discuss the job duties and the environment with the consumer.
Discuss how the consumer separates her/his role as a worker from his/her disability and/or personal life.
Discuss safety procedures with the consumer.
Identify natural supports in the workplace that the member can use for job support, transportation, and social connections.
Communicate with the consumer about specific work/social skills needed for an employment position.
Introduce consumers to the employer and co-workers.
Train the consumer how to do the job, or observe as the supervisor trains the member.
Observe the ways that the consumer interacts with co-workers and supervisors for later discussion with the consumer.
Ensure that the consumer is working at the same and expected pace of co-workers.
Observe the corporate culture of the environment to help the consumer to fit in with co-workers. Fit the kind and amount of instruction to the member’s learning style. Instruction may consist of verbal instruction, writing lists for the consumer, putting color-coded markers on a list corresponding to markers on objects in the work environment or just lending moral support.
Help the consumer to develop his/her own system for organizing and remembering the job.
Mediate any differences with co-workers or employer as well as give the consumer the tools to resolve her/his own difficulties
Coordinate activities with other team treatment providers, family members, or anyone else who will support (or hinder) the consumer's ability to keep the job.
Complete all required paperwork, monthly reports, case notes, ISP’s, etc. as well as communicate regularly with the San Andreas Regional Center Service Coordinator regarding progress or issues related to the service.
Responsible for the maintenance of complete and accurate case files and case notes on all clients in accordance with Expandability’s Program procedures and guidelines.
Ensure all monthly reports and matrices are correct and turned in on time.
Help perform yearly critical program reviews.

Job Development

Work with program staff and participants to create a plan to develop and follow up with a pool of employers who will support job placement services.
Assist the Program Participant in applying for jobs
Practice and attend interviews with the Program participant.
Research employers to target job development.
Contact potential employers using phone, site visits, and email to provide information about Expandability’s Programs job placement services to source job openings for our job seekers.

Represent Goodwill Silicon Valley

Represent Mission Services and Goodwill in the community through participation in appropriate organizations and networking events.

Responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either orally or in writing.

Required Qualifications/Experience

Experiences or knowledge regarding various types of disabilities and their potential impact on employment.
Minimum one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in an employment or educational setting.
Basic knowledge of employment law and requirements related to employment.
Possess vehicle, insurance, CDL and excellent driving record. computer literacy and knowledge of MS office required.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Experience in assessing skills and abilities of job seekers, teaching and coaching basic job preparation skills such as resume writing and interviewing.
Experience working with employers to understand job task analysis, integrating persons with disabilities into a work environment, consulting with employers regarding employment, and integrating persons with disabilities into the work environment.
BA/BS in rehabilitation, psychology, education, social work, or a related field.
Bilingual ASL or Spanish is desirable
Basic knowledge of employment law and requirements related to employment.

Equipment Used

Computer, telephone, copy, and FAX machines.

Aptitudes/skills/temperament

To possess good oral and written communication skills.
General learning ability. The ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and their underlying principles.
The ability to reason and make judgments.
Ability to understand the meaning of words and ideas associated with them and to use them effectively; to comprehend language; to understand relationships between words; to understand the meanings of whole sentences and paragraphs; to present information or ideas.
Accept responsibility for an activity's direction, control, or planning.
Being able to influence peoples’ opinions, attitudes, or judgments about ideas or things.
Having an analytical mind.
Being able to guide people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Being respectful of and conforming to set limits, tolerances, and standards.
Being calm and collected in unusual or dangerous situations and working under adverse conditions if necessary.

Working conditions

The job is performed indoors in a climatically controlled setting in cooperation with co-workers. There is regular contact with the public, business, and community agencies. The job includes some driving to meetings, conferences, community events, and outreach. The position requires minimal supervision.

Emotional Effort

Moderate: Occasional short deadlines. The work environment is occasionally hectic with occasional high activity, emphasizing teamwork.

Physical requirements

The job involves sedentary and light work. Light work requires lifting no more than 20 lbs and frequent lifting and or carrying items weighing 10 lbs.

Light work differs from sedentary work in that it requires substantially more walking and standing, and the lifting required is frequent, or that repetitive manipulation of clothing or other items while seated or standing is frequent.

Goodwill of Silicon Valley is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

San Jose, CA 95112 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

San Jose, CA 95112: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Public Assistance Specialists jobs in San Jose, CA

Job Coach for the Expandability Program

Housing Specialist -- Redwood City Outreach Strategy Team (Temporary)

Job Coach

Compliance Specialist

ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT COUNSELOR

Compliance Specialist (South Bay - 8912 - Compliance) - Hybrid Remote Position

Eligibility Case Manager

Program Specialist - Economic Development

Supportive Services Housing Manager

Case Manager - Villas on the Park

Housing Director

Re-Entry Case Manager

Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist-BRC

Case Manager - BRC Shelter

EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM MANAGER I

Case Manager - Iamesi Village

Case Manager, Motel Voucher Program

Vocational Specialist

Program Associate - Pacific Motor Inn Interim Housing (JR 4339)

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