Employment Specialist

About the role

The Employment and Retention Specialist is a key member of Project Renewal's Next Step - Workforce Development team. Reporting to the Sr. Job Developer, this role plays a crucial part in helping individuals facing barriers to employment secure and retain competitive employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare graduates for employment and place them into jobs
• Identify, develop and maintain a network of employer partners across various sectors
• Manage a caseload of job-seeking and employed graduates
• Maintain timely, accurate and detailed case records for each graduate and employer in the Salesforce database system
• Meet monthly job placement and retention goals
• Meet with graduates individually to develop a customized job search plan
• Represent Project Renewal at job fairs and other public forums
• Cook up recruitment and hiring events with employer network
• Track and follow up on job interviews, internships, and job placements
• Work with HR Departments to ensure that clients are cleared for employment
• Verify employment and monitor employer and client relationship
• Obtain job placement and retention milestone documentation that meets standards of contract
• Conduct workforce development workshops for students and graduates
• Document all interactions in the clients’ record in Salesforce
• Generate reports and statistics on employment data such as wage increases, promotions, resignations, and terminations

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 - 5 years of experience in workforce development
• Experience in creating successful employer partnerships within the Human Service industry; NYC Shelter employment experience
• Experience working in performance-based programs
• Excellent facilitation, presentation and communication skills with the ability to inspire and engage adult learners
• Prior experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals who have been incarcerated, struggled with substance use, or faced mental health challenges

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED
• 3 - 5 years of experience in workforce development
• Experience in creating successful employer partnerships within the Human Service industry; NYC Shelter employment experience
• Experience working in performance-based programs
• Excellent facilitation, presentation and communication skills with the ability to inspire and engage adult learners
• Prior experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals who have been incarcerated, struggled with substance use, or faced mental health challenges

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with employers
• Proficiency in Salesforce database management
• Knowledge of workforce development principles and practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Project Renewal offers a competitive salary range of $55,000 – $60,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Schedule

Hybrid Schedule (post 90-day successful employment)