Partnerships and Employment Specialist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with healthcare systems, hospitals, behavioral health providers, and other employers to create and expand employment and career advancement opportunities for program participants.
• Conduct employer outreach to identify workforce needs and align program graduates with hiring demands.
• Negotiate and coordinate interviews, hiring events, and other employer engagement activities.
• Represent Care Corps and Project Renewal at industry events, networking meetings, and workforce gatherings to increase program visibility and strengthen employer relationships.
• Identify opportunities to expand employer partnerships and support long-term program sustainability.
• MATCH qualified graduates with employment opportunities that align with their skills, interests, and career goals.
• SUPPORT participants throughout the job search process, including interview preparation, employer introductions, and transition-to-work support.
• Collaborate closely with instructional and program staff to ensure participant readiness and alignment with employer expectations.

Data, Reporting & Program Improvement

• TRACK employer engagement activities, job placements, and related metrics using Salesforce and other documentation systems.
• MaintAIN accurate documentation and timely reporting to support contract, funding, and program requirements.
• GATHER employer feedback and labor market insights to inform continuous process improvement and participant success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of two years of experience in workforce development, employer engagement, staffing, recruitment, account management, business development, sales, or a related field.
• Proven ability to conduct outreach, identify employer workforce needs, and match qualified candidates to employment opportunities.
• Demonstrated success developing, managing, and growing employer partnerships, preferably in healthcare or social service sectors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, virtual learning platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams), and data management systems such as Salesforce.
• Experience working in performance-based programs with measurable outcomes and targets.