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JOB DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - YAWP

JOB DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - YAWP

SCO Family of ServicesJamaica, NY, US
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Job Development Specialist - Yawp

Job Category : Professional

Requisition Number : JOBDE004109

Location : Jamaica, NY 11432, USA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Rate : $27.47 USD per hour

Job Details

Description

Specific Responsibilities

  • Reports directly to Program Coordinator.
  • Employer Engagement and Worksite Development

Identify, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with employers to create high-quality internship, apprenticeship, and employment opportunities.

  • Develop sector-aligned work experiences that reflect labor market trends and employer needs.
  • Maintain a database of employer contacts and job opportunities.
  • Conduct regular worksite visits to ensure compliance with program standards and provide ongoing support to employers and participants.
  • Participant Support and Job Matching
  • Work with Workforce Support Specialists to match participants to appropriate internship and employment opportunities based on their skills, training, and career interests.

  • Provide job placement services including resume development, interview preparation, and job search assistance.
  • Track participant employment outcomes and provide retention support as needed.
  • Collaborate with Training Instructors and Community-Based Organization Liaison to align job readiness training and credentialing classes with employer requirements.
  • Support program recruitment and orientation efforts as needed.
  • Participation in mandatory meetings and training at Department of Corrections facilities as needed including Riker's Island.
  • Maintain accurate records of employer engagement, participant placements, and worksite evaluations.
  • Produce reports on job placement outcomes and internship metrics for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure the integrity of the program, communicating with the New York City Department of Education and the Department of Corrections on jail and community-based program progress.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Business, Workforce Development, Human Services, or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of community resources and challenges facing formerly incarcerated individuals.
  • Ability to obtain Department of Corrections clearance and work within the constraints of facility guidelines.
  • 2+ Years of experience in job development, workforce development or employer engagement.
  • Strong knowledge of local labor market trends and employer needs in key industries (e.g., healthcare, construction, technology, hospitality, etc.)
  • Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills Bi-Lingual a plus.
  • Position may require travel throughout the city / region to meet with CBOs and attend events.
  • Flexibility and dependability.
  • Preferred : Existing employer network or relationships within key sectors.
  • Skills

  • Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
  • High levels of drive, determination, and commitment.
  • Excellent teamwork skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and a capacity to work with a wide range of people.
  • Ability to act under own initiative and constantly strive to deliver excellence and creativity in your work.
  • Analytical skills - proven ability to deal with complex issues and communicate them to management and staff members.
  • Ability to prioritize urgent issues whilst achieving outcomes to agreed deadlines.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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