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Employment Specialist

3 months ago

New York, United States Urban Pathways, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Program Director/Director of Social Services, the Employment Specialist partners with clients and assists them to obtain competitive employment.


  • Works closely with clients to develop employment plans that fit individual client aptitude, education level, physical ability and career goals.
  • Works closely with the Program Director to generate appropriate employment opportunities for clients.
  • Assists clients with employment-related issues including development of resumes, cover letters, completion of job applications, and developing interviewing techniques.
  • Provides counseling to clients and provides support and feedback on workplace issues.
  • Monitors computer labs and assists clients with learning computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
  • Conducts field work including but not limited to accompanying clients to job interviews.
  • Maintains and submits all necessary documents and reports as required by Urban Pathways, regulatory and funding agency policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions, as required.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with community services and resources.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or other related field preferred.
  • Minimum two years of experience with mentally ill, formerly homeless people preferred.
  • Experience with developing and running psycho-educational groups.
  • Experience with Job Development, Supportive Employment and IPS ( Individual Placement and Support) model highly preferred.
  • Experience providing vocational / employment counseling to persons with barriers to employment required.
  • Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel, etc).
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with on-line chart record data bases such as AWARDS a plus.
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
  • Required to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings.