Community-Based Workforce Catalyst

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) seeks a Workforce Development Specialist focused on community-based services. The role assesses client abilities across vocational programs and partners with employment staff to identify support needs.

It builds community ties to place participants in paid roles, internships, or community assessments. In this in-person role, frequent outreach and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams are essential for successful client placements and

Qualifications

• Education/experience options listed in the job posting.
• Ability to complete assessments for vocational evaluation is preferred.
• Strong writing and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with businesses for job placements, assessments, and volunteer opportunities.
• Collaborate with vocational/employment staff to ensure quality service.
• Continuously assess participants to match services to needs.
• Monitor ACCES-VR and Career Specific Vocational Training progress.
• Assist clients with service applications and documentation.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Proficient writing skills

Excellent communication/interpersonal

Teamwork

Knowledge of OPWDD/OMH/ACCES-VR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (3 yrs exp)

Associates in human services + 2 yrs exp

Bachelor's in human services + 1 yr exp

Job description

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) seeks a Workforce Development Specialist focused on community-based services. The role assesses client abilities across vocational programs and partners with employment staff to identify support needs.

It builds community ties to place participants in paid roles, internships, or community assessments. In this in-person role, frequent outreach and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams are essential for successful client placements and