AGENCY: The mission of Rubicon Programs Inc. is to create and deliver integrated solutions to profound social problems. Our purpose is to make a positive and lasting impact on people living in poverty and on people living with disabilities, especially psychiatric disabilities. We empower people to move out of poverty and improve their quality of life. Rubicon’s programs include workforce services, behavioral healthcare, case management, affordable housing, and legal services.
Rubicon Enterprises, Inc. is a supporting corporation of Rubicon Programs for the purpose of developing employment opportunities. Rubicon Enterprises operates two businesses - Rubicon Landscape Services and Rubicon Bakery. The combined annual operating budget of Enterprises and Programs is over $16 million with more than 200 employees.
Rubicon has been identified as one of the nation’s top social entrepreneurs for four years in a row by Fast Company / Monitor Group. We have been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CNN International, Inc Magazine and NPR.
ACCOUNTABILITY: The Employment Specialist works under the supervision of the Employment
Services Manager to develop job placements for economically disadvantaged adults, while also
providing support services to employer partners, primarily in the West Contra Costa County area.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- An Associate’s degree, or some college course work with additional work experience may substitute for the degree;
- A minimum of two years of experience in job development and placement of special populations;
- Ability to establish priorities and meet specified employment goals;
- Ability to network with the business community in strengthening employer partners and supporting their workforce needs.
- Knowledge of issues which surface in dealing with disabled or homeless persons and economically disadvantaged populations;
- Experience in making formal presentations to community businesses and agencies;
- The ability to work well independently, to organize priorities, and to produce identified outcomes;
- The ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms with bilingual English/Spanish capability is desirable but not required (additional compensation of 5% of salary will be provided for proven Spanish-English bi-lingual capacity);
- Familiarity with marketing tools and techniques; and
- Proof of a valid and current driver license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide job placement services to an assigned caseload*;
- Develop and maintain business contacts for regular follow-up*;
- Provide retention services (post placement) to participants and employers through a responsive schedule of follow-up services*;
- Survey the community labor market and make regular direct contact with employers, marketing workforce services*;
- Assist employers to assure the successful integration of workers into the workforce*;
- Drive when necessary, including attending meetings to promote Rubicon Workforce Services to prospective employers and various community groups as assigned*.
- Provide advocacy and support services to clients and employers as needed;
- Network with collaborating agencies that have contact with the unemployed and economically disadvantaged for referrals to the program;
- Participate in case conferences and community meetings; and
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Employment Services Manager.
* Indicates essential duties. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above 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.
HOURS: This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
COMPENSATION: $33,950 to $37,400; additional compensation of 5% of salary will be provided for proven Spanish-English bi-lingual capacity.
BENEFITS: Two weeks of vacation; 11 paid holidays; 12 days of sick leave; partially paid health, dental, life insurance plans for employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week; optional employee-paid tax deferred annuity; employee assistance program; optional section 125 flexible spending accounts, and, if funds available, employer subsidized training.
NOTICE: This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Rubicon reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at anytime with or without notice.
We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
To obtain these forms:
1. Download them below and then click here to submit them. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader for the Application (download a free copy here).
OR
2. Send us your name and address to:
Application Request
Rubicon Programs c/o HR
2500 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, CA 94804
OR
3. Visit one of our locations in person. Just ask at the front desk.
2500 Bissell Avenue, Richmond
1918 Bonita Street, Berkeley
Where to Submit
Send your completed Applicant Tracking Form with your resume or Employment Application to:
Rubicon Programs Inc.
Human Resources
2500 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, California 94804
Fax: (510) 412-9029
Email: hr@rubiconprograms.org
