Career Development Specialist - 5198

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BronxWorks is seeking a Career Development Specialist to support residents across Bronx communities with job-readiness workshops, career planning, and retention services that help individuals progress toward stable employment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Associate degree acceptable with equivalent experience), strong English communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management. You will work to meet funder goals and help members develop comprehensive career plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, database management and other standard business technology is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job-readiness workshops.
• Plan and facilitate training workshops on career-related topics.
• Provide retention and advancement services.
• Assess resident’s employment and training needs.
• Meet all goals set by funder for Career Development Specialists position.
• Help members complete career plans.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Office software proficiency

Database skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree preferred

Job description

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

The BronxWorks Workforce Development Program was created to empowering your career journey. Your skills, your future, our mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct job-readiness workshops
• Plan and facilitate training workshops on career-related topics
• Provide retention and advancement services
• Assess resident’s employment and training needs
• Meet all goals set by funder for Career Development Specialists position
• Help members complete career plans.
• Perform additional duties and task as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, database management and other standard business technology is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.

BronxWorks is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities and other legally protected needs. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail]