Category: Job Developer

Job Developer P/T

8/19/2022

Job Title: Job Developer – Venture V Program for SNAP Participants
Location: Kingsborough Community College
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

POSITION DETAILS
The Venture V Program for SNAP Participants provides job placement services to eligible candidates who can demonstrate that they are actively seeking employment.
The Office of Continuing Education at Kingsborough Community College seeks applications for a Job Developer, reporting to the Director; the successful candidate will perform the following:

Place program candidates in available employment opportunities
Provide ongoing support for placed participants to promote successful job retention
Maintain and develop industry contacts primarily in the healthcare sector, but also in the broader medical, legal and business sectors, to support job placement of program graduates with the following credentials: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA); Patient Care Technician for CNAs; Clinical Medical Assistants; Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); EKG technician; Phlebotomy technician; Certified Home Health Aide; Direct Support Professional; Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist; Pharmacy Technician; Medical Billing and Coding Specialist; Administrative Assistant; Paralegal; Accounting Professional
Maintain accurate and updated records of industry contacts
Communicate regularly with program graduates, and maintain accurate and updated records of all communications; maintain detailed records of job referrals, appointments and job placements of program graduates. Maintain follow-up contact with placed graduates for 3-6 months after the job placement
Attend online or in-person class sessions to promote job opportunities to program participants
Provide support in soft-skills development of job search requirements, including resume development and job interviewing techniques
Liaise closely with program administrators and program coordinator to ensure transparent exchange of information regarding job placement efforts for program participants and graduates
Checks-in regularly with the Program Director, Academic Advisor and Administrative Staff
Participates in campus and University meetings and training activities as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree required.
The following qualifications are preferred:

History of successful job placement of candidates
Proven experience establishing strong relationships with community businesses and agencies
Experience working with diverse populations
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
Proactive and detail orientated with strong organizational skills
Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor and team member
Computer proficiency using standard academic, administrative and office software programs/applications, such as Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Google docs
Availability to work evening and weekend hours when required

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides job development counseling, planning and placement services to a diverse student population
Assists students with clarifying employment goals; counsels students regarding employment, educational and training options, requirements, policies and procedures.
Offers support in guiding students through the employment process
Provides students with effective and timely referral to other college and external support services
Establishes and maintains student files, databases and records; prepares activity reports and analyses
May specialize in providing advice on specific programs related to the student’s employment objectives
Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Job Developer

COMPENSATION
Salary: $40-$45/hour based on education and experience

CONTACT
Grant Harvey
Assistant Director, Academic/ESL Programs
Office of Continuing Education
Kingsborough Community College
The City University of New York
2001 Oriental Boulevard,
Brooklyn NY 11235
(718) 368-4862
Grant.Harvey@kbcc.cuny.edu

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Career Counselor/ Job Developer F/T

8/5/2022

Union Settlement Association is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. More than 350 staff work in our organization, and our services impact 10,000 people every year. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem. For more information about Union Settlement, please visit our website at www.unionsettlement.org.

Position: Career Counselor/ Job Developer
Department: Adult Education
Reports to: Deputy Director of Adult Education
Hours: Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $52,000

Summary:
Union settlement Adult Education is seeking a Career Counselor/ Job Developer to provide in person support that reports to the Adult Education Director. The candidate needs to be a hardworking individual with the ability to multi-task effectively. This person is responsible for attendance tracking, monitoring and data entry into Adult Education Funder databases as needed. This is a full-time position. Job Developer is responsible for working with Career Training participants. Prior to placement, participants will partake in various employment preparation workshops. Job Developer will take assessment of participant’s interest, aptitudes and vocational direction that will lead to a good job match. Job Developer is responsible for working with a caseload of 80-100 participants. It is important that the job developer maintain a network of key employers and businesses in which individuals can both intern for short periods of time, as well as hire appropriate. Job Developer will be responsible for following up with employers and participants after the hiring process has been concluded to track retention and employment progress. Job Developer will also be responsible for collecting and maintaining a database of all employment opportunities available within the East Harlem community. The Job Developer works closely with the Case Managers to ensure accurate needs assessments and goal setting is conducted on a case by case basis for all participants.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Follow-up on referrals you make on behalf of a participants and respond to all referrals made to the program.
Conduct periodic assessments of enrolled participants to determine progress.
Maintain case records and program documentation in accordance with agency and program guidelines.
Create monthly program reports detailing all services provided for participants.
Provide referral services to other Union Settlement programs when necessary, as well as to other external resources.
Maintain and ensure HIPAA confidentiality of records (daily)
Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management
Responsible for complete, accurate and timely submission of all job orders, referrals, follow ups and verifications required for the department
Manage appropriate paperwork as required by funding source.
Responsible placing 80-100 individuals per year.
When necessary, assist with filling out paper and/or online applications with participants.

Career Guidance Responsibilities:

Attend community events to promote Career Training program alongside other Union Settlement programs
Teach problem solving and appropriate coping techniques to enhance participant life skills function.
Conduct workshops that provide necessary life skills for participants.
Develop and manage an Individualized Service Plan coordinating with Participants and other community resources and agencies.
Work with participants to assess strengths, needs and resources; develop an individualized strategy to meet short- and long-term goals; and follow up to determine whether goals have been met and/or needs have changed.
Maintain and ensure HIPAA confidentiality of records (daily)
Assists participants in obtaining vital social services within the neighborhood
Assessing participants needs for community resources
Providing participants with job search services, including resume writing and interview preparation assistance.
Responsible for “job matching” a participant’s experience, temperament and stated work settings and goals in order to place in appropriate job.

Community Networking Responsibilities:

Maintain linkages to ensure documentation and verification of participant outcomes.
Develop and maintain resource information database for future use.
Establishing relationships with businesses interested in customized workplace training.
Be able to educate employers on relevant program and placement requirements: disability standards as they relate to employment, ADA standards, tax credits, job modifications, etc.
When applicable, market and be able to set up on-site job coaching for consumers.
Assist participants in finding, getting and keeping jobs
Maintain relationships with existing and new employers.
Develop a variety of community-based sites for limited time internships that cover different types of career explorations
Network with local business to determine work labor opportunities available that could expand on training programming provided
Organize and develop Career Fairs to aid participants and community business in employment opportunities networking
Develop and maintain resource information

Qualifications: Describe the skills, knowledge and abilities required. Include minimum educational and experience requirements and preferences.

Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years’ experience as a Job Developer and/or Career Counseling/Placement or related field
Proven ability to cultivate and maintain employer relationships with business and industry with a particular focus on employers providing employment opportunity in various fields
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong presentation and networking skills
Must be able to work with difficult population and defuse tense situations
Must be a team player and have strong work ethic
Must be flexible, open to new ideas, creative, and energetic
Must be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing demands
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT, Access)
Field based position, must be able to travel to multiple sites daily as necessary • Able to work flexible hours and days – including weekends/evenings/holidays according to needs of a 24/7 programs.

To Apply:
Please send Cover Letter, and Resume, to: adulteducationcareers@unionsettlement.org. Please indicate Career Counselor/ Job Developer in the subject of e-mail.
UNION SETTLEMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Developer F/T

10/3/2018

JOB TITLE: Job Developer – Youth Programs
REPORTS TO: Career Development Center/Youth Training Network

The Job Developer is primarily responsible for developing and building capacity/partnerships with potential employers for the graduates of our skills training programs. In addition, they must understand the local labor market trends and issues; understand basic business practices and carry out assignments and projects without detailed instruction. He /she will work with the Skills Training providers to insure that the training remains viable for participants and potential employers. He/she will support project staff efforts in recruitment, orientation, job readiness, education, and skills training. The Career/Job Development Specialist will monitor progress of participants through skills training, placement and retention, He/she will work with project staff to identify and address problems/barriers to successful outcomes for our participants. The Job Developer is an invested and transformational individual who can inspire, motivate and guide young people towards positive employment outcomes as well as develop internships and permanent placement opportunities for our youth.
DUTIES INCLUDE:

Develop relationships with diverse businesses in order to develop internship and job opportunities for participants that utilize certifications received in skills training programs.
Be willing and able to meet our contractual placement requirement of 40 job placements and 20 internship placements for our youth participants.
Support Outreach/Recruitment efforts
Conduct one-on one interviews, assessing participants education and work history, need for support services, career preferences and barriers to employment
Work collaboratively with students to develop a Career Plan
Conduct & Support our basic skills / work readiness instructor during job readiness workshops
Support team in conducting training program orientations
Participate in case conferences with the Skills Training subcontractors to review applications and select appropriate candidates for interviews
Administer random drug tests to students and record results
Provide career coaching to students while enrolled in all phases of the program: training, job search, and post placement. Coaching should focus on strategies to help students improve their income and advance in their careers
Visit external volunteer/internship sites and other training sites at least twice a month
Work closely with work sites to ensure student progress
Case notes need to be updated regularly (minimum two per month) with any status change including: not complying with program rules and regulation, obtained employment, refused employment, missed interview for potential employment, did not return to the program after numerous attempts of contact
Monitor, document and follow up on students attendance throughout the program
Daily input of data entry in both internal and external databases: Capricorn and Efforts To Outcomes
Secure documentation verifying employment, I.e. paystubs as required
Maintain good organizational and time management skills in order to ensure completion of all tasks
Timely record keeping and quality assurance for compliance with the requirements of various funding sources
Perform other tasks in support of St. Nicks alliance as directed
Dedicate outreach for both Out-of-School Youth and In-School Youth participants (16-24 years old)
Be available to work some evenings and occasional weekends

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience in social service organization or employment related program with 2 years involved in with working with youth
Excellent organizational interpersonal skills
Strong communication, writing and computer skills
Problem Solving skills
Current knowledge of labor trends
Ability to motivate others towards achieving goals
Experience working with individuals with criminal histories
Ability to work independently with strong sense of focus, task-oriented, non-judgmental, and clear sense of boundaries
Strong sense of and respect for confidentiality involving both clients and fellow employees
Ability to work with culturally-diverse individuals
Bi-lingual Spanish a plus
This position is competitive in salary and includes benefits after a probationary period.

How to apply

Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume to snaworkforcehr@stnicksalliance.org with Job Developer –OSY Program subject line. Visit www.stnicksalliance.org to learn more about the organization. Please no phone calls.

St Nicks Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Developer (Bilingual Spanish) F/T

9/10/2015

Mercy Center is a comprehensive community center that has been serving women and their families in the Mott Haven section of the South Bronx, NY for over 20 years. We address the needs of the whole person, developing skills for healthy family living and economic advancement and building a community of respect, hospitality and non-violence. Mercy Center provides a range of programs and services to our participants, most of whom are immigrants and almost two-thirds of whom survive on annual household incomes of less than $15,000.

Reports to Director of Adult Education and Workforce Development

Job description
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Adult Education & Workforce Development, the Job Developer will provide a variety of employment services to include: seeking job placement opportunities for Mercy Center participants; recruiting employers; assessing employment needs of Mercy Center participants; developing employment training opportunities; and linking participants to appropriate educational, vocational, and social service programs to increase employability. The job developer will provide a variety of administrative functions including but is not limited to: filing various materials for inclusion in participant records; inputting participant records in Mercy Center's data base, producing a variety of reports and documents; and completing necessary forms. The job developer will also teach a Job Readiness course for students wishing to obtain their National Work Readiness Credential and be responsible for the computer skills program. The incumbent will work two evenings a week and occasional weekend hours to accommodate participant needs.

Duties and responsibilities

Teach job readiness classes for students seeking to obtain the National Work Readiness Credential;
Develop and maintain positive community business relationships for the purpose of guiding participants to gainful employment and meaningful advancement;
Provide career counseling, evaluation, skills training/ assessment, job readiness training and other activities related to employment transition and job placement;
Implement participant centered employment related goals and objectives;
Maintain cooperative working relationships with vocational programs and other referral sources;
Refer participants to potential employers for consideration for job openings and provide consistent follow-up to employers;
Track employment placement outcomes and retention for program participants;
Oversee enrollment in computer literacy classes and be responsible for recruitment of volunteer teacher;
Assure monitoring and documentation of each participant's progress by developing and maintaining professional and timely progress reports that track each participant's employment, individual support plan goals, licensing/ certification and other requirements;
Participate in staff meetings and team meetings;
Conduct participant intake for potential job readiness and computer participants;
Prepare resumes;
Develop job search strategies and tactics;
Prepare job candidates for interviewing;
Coordinating occupational trainings, conduct pre screenings;
Conduct extensive outreach to potential employers to market candidates and increase pool of employers, increase job bank listings, and develop new job site;
Maintain regular contact with employers to monitor employment satisfaction and to suggest accommodation of requirements for hard-to-fill positions;
Maintain up-to-date records on employer outreach efforts for tracking and follow up and submit written reports as required;
Perform other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

A passionate desire to motivate participants to secure and retain employment
BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university
3 - 4 years of prior employment counseling and job development experience
Knowledge of employment services, job development strategies and labor market trends in a range of occupational fields (professional, semi-skilled and low-skilled)
Knowledge of/experience navigating low income workforce development and social service systems
Experience in facilitating National Work Readiness Credential classes and job readiness workshops
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment
Strong oral and written communication and networking skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to follow-up and multi-task
Ability to work independently
Be a team player
Flexible, creative and solution-oriented approach to issues
Proficient in using Microsoft Office and other widely utilized software applications
Strong work ethic
Willingness to travel throughout the Bronx and Manhattan
Ability to outreach, network, and market participants and program.
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a must

How to apply
Position is available immediately. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to: Job Developer Search at jcf@mercycenterbronx.org

Job Developer P/T

3/26/2015

Work with team in creating innovative approaches to job placement, job training and job creation that will benefit low-income clients.
Requires:

Commitment to social justice
Understanding of link between low-income and need for dignifying jobs
Work collaboratively with staff

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

Aggressively matching and marketing workers with limited English proficiency as well as other clients
Establish and maintain relationships with employers
Securing job order
Match skills of participants with appropriate job openings
Make referrals and conduct follow-up with job seekers and employers to ensure client success
Must place 10 to 13 per month as well as
Manage a regular caseload of 20 workforce participants
Assist in job development efforts
Assist with grant management and reporting
Provide supervision to staff and volunteers
Evaluate and develop projects to enable program growth.

Qualifications: Ability to create job placement opportunities at various positions in companies in the NYC area; Ability to work one-on-one with clients in developing resumes resulting in client hires at jobs. As this is a performance based contract based on placement and retention, consistent attendance is required.

$30/hour, 28 hours/week, occasional evenings/weekends may be required

This is a temporary position that will end on June 30 may become Part-time regular.

Respond with short cover letter and resume to HR Director at hrjobrequest@gmail.com

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