Employment Specialist

Job Title

• Employment
• Specialist
• Location:
• San
• Diego
• County,
• California
• Employment
• Type:
• Full-time
• Salary: $24.00–$27.00 per hour

Date Posted: 06-02-2026

About the Role

The Employment Specialist acts as the liaison between clients and employers/representatives within the Adult Oasis program. This role supports Adults by providing employment support services that promote recovery, independence, and long-term success. The Employment Specialist delivers job readiness training, coordinates vocational and educational opportunities, and ensures ongoing follow-up to support successful placement and sustained outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain job bank records Assess clients for employment placement opportunities Refer clients to applicable community and vocational resources Provide one-on-one employment support Maintain accurate client records and provide follow-up contact to ensure successful placement Deliver job readiness training to clients Act as liaison between clients and employers/representatives Provide the best customer care possible Identify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities served Support consumers’ steps toward Recovery Wellness Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates diversity Value ongoing learning to better serve consumers and establish industry leadership Research and utilize industry best practices and analyze services to ensure optimal outcomes Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and company Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and a minimum of two years’ experience in job coaching, job development, or educational services; OR five (5) or more years’ experience in job coaching, job development, or educational services Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance Knowledge and experience with job and educational/vocational coordination for transitional age youth Excellent organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communication skills Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently throughout the workday Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Compensation & Benefits Full-time Employees: Paid vacation days that increase with tenure Separate sick leave that rolls over each year Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefit plan options DailyPay – access your daily earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements All Employees: 401(k) Free licensure supervision Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet insurance Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment Mileage reimbursement
• Company cellphone (*Benefits may vary based on position, state, or county)

How To Apply

If you are passionate about supporting youth in their recovery journey and providing education and employment guidance, click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida as an Employment Specialist. About Clarvida Clarvida is committed to delivering exceptional value and recovery-focused, quality behavioral health care. With over 30 outpatient behavioral health locations throughout California, Clarvida provides cutting-edge mental health and substance use community-based services. The organization fosters a supportive learning environment with comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and a strong commitment to evidence-based and promising practices. Learn more: http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/ See other opportunities: https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida Equal Opportunity Employer Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Fraud Alert Clarvida never charges fees to apply. Official communication regarding job opportunities will only come from authorized @clarvida.com email addresses, notifications@jobvite.com , or verified LinkedIn profiles associated with Clarvida email accounts. Keywords Employment Specialist, Job Coach, Vocational Services, Transitional Age Youth, Behavioral Health, Recovery-Oriented Care, Youth Employment Support, Community Mental Health, Clarvida Careers