Career Reentry & Placement Specialist

Volunteers of America; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Volunteers of America in Baltimore seeks an Employment Placement Specialist to assist residents with employment needs, acting as a liaison with local businesses and coordinating job placements. The role includes vocational training, counseling and ongoing follow-up to support reentry into work.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and placement experience; associate degree with related experience is acceptable. Strong relationship-building and documentation skills are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; two years of job development and placement experience.
• Associate’s Degree with three years of related experience may be substituted.
• Experience with corrections is preferred.
• Develop effective working relationships with offender populations, service agencies, and the public.
• Provide training, prepare written reports, and maintain client documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Assesses offenders’ needs related to employment, vocational and educational goals.
• Develops and coordinates community resources; liaises with local businesses.
• Participates in intake, screening and assessment procedures.
• Maintains offender and service records per procedures; prepares weekly status reports.
• Provides job coaching and on-site training; visits job sites to assist offenders and employers.
• Maintains communications with employers and collaborating agencies; supports employment readiness.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Case management

Training delivery

Documentation maintenance

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Associate’s Degree in related field (substitution)

Descripción del empleo

Volunteers of America in Baltimore seeks an Employment Placement Specialist to assist residents with employment needs, acting as a liaison with local businesses and coordinating job placements. The role includes vocational training, counseling and ongoing follow-up to support reentry into work.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and placement experience; associate degree with related experience is acceptable. Strong relationship-building and documentation skills are essential.