Career Solutions Specialist — Job Training & Placement

Children's Rescue Fund; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Rescue Fund in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking an Employment Specialist to help clients obtain and maintain work. You will assist with resumes, job search plans, and connections to training and education opportunities.

The role requires developing employer partnerships and coordinating job fairs, with occasional travel in the NYC area. The position is full-time, in-person, with evenings and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Sociology, Psychology, Career Services, Counseling, Criminal Justice or Human Services preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in career coaching, workforce development or job placement.
• Experience with individuals affected by mental illness, substance abuse, and/or homelessness required.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent analytical, evaluative and human service management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Initiative, composure under pressure, and independent/team work ability.
• Ability to build relationships with employers and external organizations.
• Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to assess employment needs and develop a viable job search plan.
• Assist clients with resume development and job search.
• Help clients explore training, certification, and education programs.
• Conduct workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and online applications.
• Develop partnerships with employers, trade schools, and government agencies.
• Coordinate client participation in external job fairs and events.
• Escort clients to job fairs and events as needed.
• Plan and coordinate internal job fairs.
• Schedule computer lab use and monitor for appropriate behavior.
• Document client interactions and employment-related activities in case notes.
• Track workshop attendance and referrals; complete departmental reports.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences; address barriers to employment.

Skills

Career coaching

Job placement

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Sociology or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe

Job description

Children's Rescue Fund in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking an Employment Specialist to help clients obtain and maintain work. You will assist with resumes, job search plans, and connections to training and education opportunities.

The role requires developing employer partnerships and coordinating job fairs, with occasional travel in the NYC area. The position is full-time, in-person, with evenings and weekend availability.