Retention Specialist - 20663

Maximus currently has a Retention Specialist opportunity with the Maximus Montana Employment and Training Project. This Project will provide intake, assessment and development of an Employability/Service Plan (ESP) plus case management of participants along with job development, placement, & retention services. Our goal is to equip participants to be successful in the world of work by building their skills capacity, prioritizing employment, and supporting retention.<br />Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Cultivate and nurture professional relationships with customers, continuously monitoring their engagement and progress within the program.

- Regularly collaborate with customers to set and accomplish program goals, ensuring ongoing eligibility and program service maintenance.

- Demonstrate extensive program knowledge, guiding customers through various stages of the application process, from enrollment to benefit and service allocation.

- Assist customers in accessing essential services aligned with program objectives, including educational or vocational training, medical care, childcare, transportation, mental health resources, legal assistance, and other pertinent needs.

- Conduct follow-ups with customers to address needs, resolve concerns, and ensure their requirements are met satisfactorily.

- Collaborate with team members to provide expertise and support in resolving participant issues effectively.

- Maintain accurate and timely case documentation for all customer interactions, ensuring comprehensive records of activities.

- Share updates regarding outreach and engagement initiatives with project staff, facilitating effective communication.

- Identify and communicate barriers hindering customer engagement with the Provider, informing project staff promptly.

- Perform additional duties as directed by leadership to support program objectives.<p>Minimum Requirements:

- High school diploma or GED required and 0-2 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.<br />- Previous Maximus experience preferred. 
- Previous incumbent experience preferred.
- This position requires travel up to 10% of the time. 
- This position requires you to have reliable transportation to travel to other offices within the region.