Boston Young Adult Career Development Specialist

20 hours ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Jewish Vocational Service. Full time
Job Opportunity for a Young Adult Career Development Specialist

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Young Adult Career Development Specialist to join our team at the Jewish Vocational Service in Boston. As a specialist in this role, you will play a vital part in delivering innovative, customer-focused, and technology-driven career services to job seekers aged 18-24 through our Young Adult Career Center.

About the Job

In this hybrid position, you will work both onsite at our office in Boston and remotely, providing high-quality workshops, career coaching, and job readiness training to our young adult clients. Your primary goal will be to assist our clients in conducting successful job searches and obtaining employment. You will work closely with our Career Center team to develop and implement strategies that improve performance and service delivery.

Responsibilities
  • Provide one-on-one career coaching to young adult job seekers and assess their needs through interviews, observation, and record examination.
  • Teach job search and resume writing skills, as well as interviewing techniques, to multicultural populations.
  • Develop and facilitate job readiness, employment skills, and life skills workshops for all young adult participants in a team environment.
  • Assist young adults in developing a Case Management Plan that includes identifying potential barriers and necessary supportive services.
  • Provide ongoing career counseling and direct job placement services to young adults aged 18-24 and utilize occupational, educational, and labor market information to aid the young adults in making and carrying out a plan for both short-term and long-term goals that will lead to self-sufficiency.
  • Deliver workshops professionally and demonstrate knowledge of young adult education and facilitation techniques both in person and via Zoom.
  • Display the ability to apply knowledge of local and national labor market trends to assist job seekers with identifying viable career opportunities.
  • Participate in meetings and planning sessions with MHDB staff and various JVS departmental staff to devise and implement strategies that improve performance and service delivery.
  • Establish and monitor program performance by using the Massachusetts One-Stop Employment System (MOSES) database to meet and/or exceed objectives.
Requirements
  • An associate degree in a related field with two years' experience and training in career counseling, case management, recruitment, or counseling or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Excellent organization, communication, and multi-tasking skills.
  • Experience in establishing/facilitating strong partnerships with external stakeholders.
  • High level of computer/technology proficiency, including the ability to maintain accurate records of services provided through the MOSES database.
  • Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills required.
  • Knowledge of the MassHire Career Center system and regional employment trends is a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population.
Benefits and Compensation

This is a hybrid position with a competitive salary, estimated at $60,000 per year, based on the location and industry standards. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to be considered for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you

$60,000 per year, 40 hours per week, Boston, MA, hybrid position, competitive salary, benefits, job description, required skills, qualifications, culture, diversity, and inclusion.

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