What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Services Specialist position at 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds?
Requisition #:
7306-7311TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Long Term Temporary
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Exempt
Responsibilities
7306-7311TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Long Term Temporary
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Exempt
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one career counseling to job seekers, offering guidance on career paths, resume building, and interview preparation.
- Assess job seekers' strengths, skills, and career goals to provide tailored recommendations for job readiness.
- Guide job seekers through the Career Services baseline assessment process to identify individual needs and next steps.
- Facilitate workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and job search strategies to enhance job seekers' employability.
- Develop engaging materials and presentations to ensure job seekers acquire essential job search skills.
- Coordinate workshop logistics, including scheduling, attendee registration, and post-session follow-up.
- Monitor and track the progress of job seekers throughout their engagement in career services programs.
- Maintain accurate and updated records in relevant systems, documenting services provided, and outcomes achieved.
- Conduct regular follow-ups with job seekers to ensure continued engagement and readiness for job opportunities.
- Partner with the Employer Relations & Placement Unit to align job seekers with employer needs and job vacancies.
- Share job seeker profiles with the Employer Relations team to match skills with open positions effectively.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to enhance coordination and improve job placement outcomes.
- Manage candidate data, schedule appointments, and maintain accurate records of career counseling sessions.
- Prepare reports on job seeker engagement, workshop attendance, and job placement success rates.
- Assist in organizing and supporting job fairs, recruitment events, and other career development activities
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Career Counseling, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in career counseling, workforce development, or job placement services.
- Strong knowledge of resume writing, interview coaching, and job search strategies.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide effective counseling to a diverse group of job seekers.
- Experience working in the healthcare industry or with unionized workforces.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (e.g. Docebo)
- Familiarity with job search platforms, applicant tracking systems (iCIMS or Salesforce), or career development tools.
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply; proficiency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or other languages is a plus.
- Experience with organizing and facilitating job readiness workshops or training sessions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with data management systems.
- Knowledge of local and regional labor market trends and workforce needs.
- Perm location Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, and Hicksville
- Willingness to travel throughout the five boroughs, Hudson Valley and Long Island as needed to support recruitment and placement activities.
- This position requires schedule flexibility, including participation in a rotating shift that alternates between a standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (in office) and a 12:00 PM–8:00 PM (remote) hybrid schedule to support job seekers during extended hours based on operational needs.
