Temporary Vocational Assistant

Join Tessera and make a difference! Tessera is:

• A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• Composed of a dynamic, growing team of social entrepreneurs.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 14 states and in the District of Columbia, workforce of over 1,600 employees.

• Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers.

• Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program.

Tessera's Bremerton, Washington, Home Office supports nationwide operations with a team of highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Location: Bremerton, Washington (In-person)

Type: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $21.44 - $30.00 per hour. (Tessera's compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.)

Work Schedule: Temporary, Part-time - 3 days per week (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs, position is not expected to exceed 12 months.)

As a Temporary Vocational Assistant, you'll... The Temporary Vocational Assistant is a key role that involves working closely with both employees and supervisors to ensure that employees receive the necessary support and accommodations to perform their job duties effectively. This position provides one-on-one mentoring, job shadowing, and hands-on demonstrations to assist employees in fulfilling their responsibilities. The Temporary Vocational Assistant is responsible for delivering job coaching support across various locations, including the home office in Bremerton, Naval Hospital Bremerton, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS), Naval Base Bangor, Naval Base Keyport, and Port Townsend. In collaboration with Vocational Specialists, the Temporary Vocational Assistant will guide employees in utilizing Tessera technology, such as signing into OKTA and resetting passwords as needed. Additionally, the role includes job shadowing Vocational Specialists during crisis intervention training and employee support, acting as a backup Vocational Specialist when required, writing detailed case notes after employee meetings, and assisting with federal documentation compliance (IEE). The Temporary Vocational Assistant will also support employees in completing SSI and SSDI applications, scheduling disability-related appointments and assisting the Recruiting team with strategic recruiting efforts.

• Provides job coaching support to employees at the home office in Bremerton, Naval Hospital Bremerton, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Naval Base Bangor, Naval Base Keyport, and Port Townsend

• Attends Vocational weekly Cross Functional Team meetings and bi-weekly Vocational Department meetings

• Writes detailed case notes after meeting with each employee

• Collaborates with Vocational Specialists to support employees

• Maintains and promotes collaboration with all employees, departments, and service providers in a team-oriented environment

• Job shadow and support Vocational Specialists with crisis intervention/trainings/employee support

• Participates in various Vocational and/or Cross-Functional Team projects when needed

• Supports Tessera employees with gathering information to complete their SF86 security form

• Assists with crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and safety planning to support employees who are struggling or in crisis

• Aides Tessera employees with filling out information into the Department of Defense (DoD) computer system

• Assists employees with career development, including providing career assessments, identifying relevant job opportunities, and assist with writing resumes, cover letters, and completing job applications.

• Coach employees on utilizing Tessera technology to include, but not limited to signing into OKTA and resetting their password

• Assists employees in locating appropriate medical providers and supports them in understanding their medical bills, including requesting financial assistance when needed.

• Maintains effective professional relations with clients, staff, and the general public

• Assist recruiting with strategic recruiting efforts

• Assist Vocational Specialist with federal documentation and Ability One Compliance

• Act as Vocational Specialist back-up when needed

• Position is not expected to exceed 12 months

• All other duties as assigned*

You'd make an excellent Temporary Vocational Specialist if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Temporary Vocational Assistant:

• Associate's degree is required.

• 0 - 3 years of previous experience as a Job Coach, in Social Services, or related field is required.

• Combination of education and previous experience will be considered.

• Due to the need to travel to Tessera contract sites in Washington, a valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@tessera.org.