What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist position at NEW JERSEY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CO?
Employment Specialist (Full-Time)
Elm Street Apartments
New Jersey Community Development Corporation
New Jersey Community Development Corporation is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency providing opportunities to transform lives in Passaic County. Elm Street is a supportive housing program for youth ages 18-21 that have a disability and are either homeless or aging-out of foster care.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to serve as an Employment Specialist. The responsibilities include:
- Serving as a member of the Elm Street Team committed to helping young people build on existing assets to make positive choices about their health and well-being, academic achievement and interaction with others.
- Identifying or conducting appropriate job training programs for residents, assisting in job searches, developing and maintaining a list or database of local employment opportunities.
- Coordinating with employment programs including those provided through the Workforce Investment Board (One Stop Center).
Maintaining program files and assisting in data collection for evaluation purposes
Qualifications:
Prospective applicants must have a Bachelors Degree and experience in providing employment counseling and related services to youth; previous experience working with youth and adolescents;
good organizational skills; ability to work effectively as a member of a team; ability to work collaboratively with school and community resources; excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; and a valid driver’s license. Computer skills are also essential, with experience with Microsoft Word, and Excel, preferred. Annual Salary is $30,000. Attractive benefits package will be provided
Salary : $30,000